Summary
Six South African activists detained by Israel while trying to reach Gaza in an aid flotilla claim they faced harsh treatment due to South Africa's legal actions against Israel. They report incidents like having their hijabs forcibly removed. The UN's top court is handling a genocide case against Israel, which South Africa supports.
Key Facts
- Six South African activists were detained by Israel when trying to reach Gaza with an aid flotilla.
- The activists say they faced harsher treatment because South Africa is involved in a genocide case against Israel.
- Two Muslim women in the group reported their hijabs were forcibly removed, and they were forced to strip.
- Mandla Mandela, Nelson Mandela's grandson, was among the activists and spoke out about their treatment.
- Israel denies mistreating the activists and stated all could choose voluntary deportation without detention.
- The activists were part of a larger group detained while attempting to break Israel's blockade of Gaza.
- Greta Thunberg was also among the activists detained, and she also claimed mistreatment.
- The genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice began in late 2023, supported by several countries.
