Israeli officials deported Swedish activist Greta Thunberg on Monday after detaining her with more than 400 people who attempted to deliver aid to Gaza by sea on Friday. The Foreign Ministry confirmed that over 170 activists from 19 countries traveled to Greece and Slovakia, but the ministry characterized the flotilla as a provocation and accused participants of spreading false information. Journalists reported that authorities mistreated Thunberg in custody, and the Swedish Embassy said she complained about insufficient food and water, but West Jerusalem rejected the claims.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir defended detention conditions at Ketziot Prison in the Negev Desert after authorities transported most activists to the facility. Israel deported more than 130 people to Turkey over the weekend following the naval interception. The detentions triggered demonstrations across Europe and Latin America against Israeli actions.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir defended detention conditions at Ketziot Prison in the Negev Desert after authorities transported most activists to the facility. Israel deported more than 130 people to Turkey over the weekend following the naval interception. The detentions triggered demonstrations across Europe and Latin America against Israeli actions.
