Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir Posts Video of Treatment of Global Sumud Flotilla Activists
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir uploaded a video on social media platform X on Wednesday (20/5/2026) showing Israeli forces' treatment of Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) activists. In the footage, the international activists are seen kneeling with their hands tied behind their backs and foreheads touching the floor, accompanied by the Israeli national anthem and captioned "Welcome to Israel".
The video has sparked international condemnation and calls for the activists to be deported immediately. Around 430 activists from over 30 countries are being held at the Ashdod port facility after being intercepted in operations on Monday and Tuesday. The GSF humanitarian mission, consisting of about 50 boats, attempted to break the blockade on Gaza after sailing from Turkey the previous week.
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