Italy’s foreign minister slams Israel’s Ben-Gvir over ‘flip-flop’ comments
Summary
Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani criticized Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his harsh comments and actions against activists trying to break the Israeli blockade of Gaza. Italy has opened an investigation into the treatment of its citizens involved, and the European Union is considering sanctions against Ben-Gvir.Key Facts
- Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani called Ben-Gvir’s comments “unacceptable” and said they were unworthy of a minister.
- Ben-Gvir had insulted Italy by calling it the “land of the flip-flop” after Italy criticized his treatment of activists.
- Over 430 activists from many countries were detained by Israel after trying to break the Gaza blockade near Cyprus.
- Video footage showed Ben-Gvir mocking activists who were tied up and kneeling, causing international criticism.
- Italy is investigating possible torture and kidnapping of its citizens involved in the incident.
- France has also opened a probe into alleged war crimes and torture linked to the activists.
- The EU is considering sanctions against Ben-Gvir, but there is no agreement yet among EU countries.
- Italy remains a strong European ally of Israel despite tensions and has resisted efforts to suspend key trade agreements with Israel.
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