Australian Gaza aid flotilla activists allege abuse after Israeli abduction
Summary
Australian activists who tried to deliver aid to Gaza were detained by Israeli forces and have now returned home, reporting abuse and injuries while in custody. Organizers say many detainees faced beatings and sexual assault, and several countries condemned the treatment of the activists.Key Facts
- Eleven Australian activists were among 430 volunteers on 50 boats stopped by Israeli forces in international waters last week.
- Activists report abuse in detention, including beatings, sexual assault, and injuries requiring hospital care.
- Australian activist Juliet Lamont said she was dragged, sexually assaulted, and beaten during detention.
- Another activist, Sam Woripa Watson, suffered a fractured rib and saw others Tasered and shot with rubber bullets.
- Flotilla organizers say at least 15 detainees reported sexual assault or rape during detention.
- Malaysian officials plan to take legal action against Israel over alleged mistreatment of Malaysian activists.
- Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video of blindfolded detainees, causing international outrage.
- Countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and others condemned Ben-Gvir’s actions as violating international law.
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