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French prosecutors have launched an investigation into the treatment of French nationals by Israeli forces during a recent Gaza flotilla incident. The probe follows reports of alleged abuse and torture of activists.
The last Norwegian-affiliated activist from the Global Sumud Flotilla has been discharged from a hospital in Istanbul but is not yet fit for travel back to Norway.
Amnesty International is demanding an investigation into the Ertzaintza's (Basque police) actions against the Global Sumud Flotilla, following reports of sudden and violent responses when a family member attempted to cross a barrier.
Hundreds of activists from the Gaza Flotilla were released and deported by Israel, with many returning to their home countries and recounting their experiences during detention. The deportations sparked international criticism.
Israeli authorities intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, detaining over 400 activists. Reports from human rights groups and detainees allege severe mistreatment, including violence and sexual abuse at Ashdod Port, sparking widespread international condemnation and outrage.
An Israeli minister posted a video showing Gaza flotilla activists being forced to kneel with bound hands, sparking widespread international condemnation from multiple countries and leading to Israel's government distancing itself from the minister's actions.
Indonesia has called on Israel to release all crew members of the Global Sumud Flotilla, highlighting international concern over the vessel's interception.
The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) vessels briefly halted in waters near Greece and Turkiye for repairs before resuming their journey towards Gaza.
The Global Sumud Flotilla has announced its intention to sail to Gaza again with 54 vessels, departing from Marmaris, according to Spanish-Palestinian activist Saif Abukeshek.
The Global Sumud Flotilla has continued its journey, arriving in the Turkish port of Marmaris.
Three Belgian citizens are currently on board a humanitarian flotilla, the Global Sumud Flotilla, which is sailing towards Gaza. This was confirmed by Isja Puissant, a 26-year-old Belgian participating in the mission amidst the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Irish flotilla activist Catriona Graham claims she was grabbed by the hair and cable-tied by Israeli commandos, alleging that Israeli forces used violence with impunity when intercepting the Global Sumud Flotilla.
Israeli authorities detained and brought in two activists from a Gaza aid flotilla for questioning after intercepting their vessel at sea. This action drew strong condemnation from Spain, which labeled the detention of its citizen as 'illegal'.
Lawyers for the Greek section of the Global Sumud Flotilla filed an urgent criminal complaint with the Supreme Court Prosecutor regarding an intervention, with the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs also issuing a statement.
The latest Reporters Without Borders (RSF) World Press Freedom Index reveals that press freedom worldwide has fallen to its lowest level in 25 years. Several countries, including Georgia, Albania, Latvia, and Finland, experienced significant drops in their rankings, highlighting increasing threats to media independence.
The Global Sumud Flotilla is expanding and has converged in Siracusa, Italy, as its vessels prepare to sail towards Gaza.
The Global Sumud Flotilla has once again set sail for Gaza, six months after its previous mission was obstructed by Israel, aiming to highlight the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the region.
The Global Sumud Flotilla, aiming to deliver aid to Gaza, made a symbolic departure from Barcelona but postponed its entry into international waters due to adverse weather conditions.
Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari will lead Malaysia's aid mission to Gaza, joining the Global Sumud Flotilla 2.0 initiative.
(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 11 - Four centre-left Democratic Party (PD) councillors in Parma are among 21 people who have been placed under investigation over a protest in favour of the Global Sumud Flotilla for Gaza on October 1, judicial sources said Wednesday. The protest ended up occupying rail tracks in the Emilian city. (ANSA). Read article...
Anastasia Matsouka, a lawyer and member of the legal team for the Greek Global Sumud Flotilla, announced upcoming legal actions regarding alleged torture, stating that strength was drawn from the people of Palestine during the ordeal.
Israel's Foreign Ministry has publicly mocked activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla online, alleging that their injuries were 'staged' for cameras, even as serious allegations of torture and rape against the activists continue to mount.
Tens of thousands of people protested against the Serbian president in Belgrade, leading to clashes between demonstrators and police in the city center. Incidents near Pionirski Park involved thrown firecrackers, bottles, and flares, with police pushing back the crowd and reports of officers beating protesters.
An Israeli minister is facing widespread international condemnation and calls for sanctions after sharing a video humiliating foreign activists from a Gaza flotilla. The activists, including a Danish national, were subsequently deported from Israel.
A Quds Force commander asserted that the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla has contributed to accelerating Israel's downfall.
The Global Sumud Flotilla ship "Vivy Sabre" remains docked in the harbor of Kato Paphos, Cyprus, with crew members awaiting instructions for their departure after arriving from Sicily.
Spanish politicians have condemned Israel's interception of the Global Sumud flotilla carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza in the Mediterranean Sea, with one leader calling for Europe to cease complicity.
The Global Sumud Flotilla, carrying 500 activists and led by Malaysia, has departed from Turkey, aiming to break the Israeli blockade on Gaza. Governments are closely monitoring the mission amid concerns of potential interception.
Filmmakers are documenting the 2025 Global Sumud Flotilla mission, which aims to break the ongoing siege on Gaza.
The Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israel in the Mediterranean Sea while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, has arrived in Marmaris, Turkey, and plans to set sail again on Wednesday.
A Spanish-Palestinian activist, Abukeshek, has begun a dry hunger strike, ceasing to drink water, following a court decision to extend the police detention of two members of the Global Sumud Flotilla.
New information has surfaced regarding alleged connections between UNWRA and Hamas, alongside emerging details about the Global Sumud Flotilla.
Israeli naval forces intercepted a Gaza aid flotilla in international waters off Crete, leading to the detention of activists and injuries to some participants. The incident drew condemnation from several countries, with activists later taken to Crete or Istanbul.
Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters, detaining numerous activists on board. The incident sparked international condemnation and diplomatic efforts for the release and return of those detained.
An article from Tehran Times reports on the 'Global Sumud Flotilla', likely related to humanitarian efforts or political activism.
Vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) have assembled at the Port of Xiphonia in Augusta, Sicily, ahead of their scheduled departure for the Gaza Strip on April 24. The flotilla aims to deliver aid to Gaza.
Rome prosecutors have launched an investigation into allegations of torture against activists involved in the Global Sumud Flotilla.
A Brazilian activist commended Malaysia's solidarity with Palestine ahead of the Global Sumud Flotilla's sailing from Barcelona.
À l’automne 2025, après avoir traversé pendant plusieurs semaines la Méditerranée, la «Global Sumud Flotilla» avait été interceptée et les personnes à son bord avaient été arrêtées par l’armée…
Global Sumud Flotilla activists say they were beaten by Tunisian police after being blocked from Sidi Bou Said port.
A poll asks whether Israel should be excluded from European competitions, following alleged abuses by Minister Itamar Ben Gvir against the Global Sumud flotilla, which has created a new rift with the EU.
Activists from the Gaza flotilla have returned home to various countries, including Australia, Canada, and Malaysia, alleging sexual assault, beatings, and abuse during their detention by Israeli forces. An abandoned flotilla boat carrying aid also washed ashore in Egypt, while Indonesia and Spain have expressed outrage over the incident.
Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, released after being detained by Israeli forces, have returned to their home countries and are alleging abuse, including sexual assault and mistreatment, during their detention. The UN has called for accountability regarding the treatment of these activists.
Izrael deportoval všetkých zahraničných aktivistov z flotily Global Sumud Flotilla. Tvrdí, že nebude tolerovať pokusy prelomiť námornú blokádu Gazy.
Ireland's Taoiseach has written to the President of the European Council, António Costa, requesting that Israel's treatment of EU citizens from the Global Sumud Flotilla be added to the agenda of the upcoming EU summit.
Israeli forces intercepted a flotilla of aid vessels attempting to reach Gaza, firing shots and using rubber bullets against activists. Numerous international activists were detained following the operation.
Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to reach Gaza, detaining numerous international activists, including the sister of Ireland's president. The incident sparked international calls for their release and protests.
Israel announced its intention to sue The New York Times for defamation over allegations of Palestinian prisoner rape, while also facing criticism and defense regarding public figures like Lamine Yamal displaying Palestinian flags. These events unfold as Israel marked its 59th Jerusalem Day with a flag march.
The Global Sumud Flotilla announced that 57 of its vessels are ready to continue their humanitarian aid voyage to Gaza.
Israel deported two activists, a Spaniard and a Brazilian, who had been detained for over a week after being seized from a Gaza aid flotilla in international waters. The activists were sent to their respective countries, with one arriving in Greece before heading to Turkey.
Spain says Israel's detention of two activists is abduction.
Activists from an aid flotilla intercepted by Israel en route to Gaza appeared in an Israeli court, with some alleging "extreme brutality" during their detention. Several activists were later released, while international calls for their freedom continued.
An international aid flotilla attempting to reach Gaza was intercepted by Israeli forces, leading to over 100 activists being taken to Crete. Most activists were subsequently released and began repatriation, while some were held for questioning.
The Israeli military intercepted 22 ships from a flotilla carrying aid for Gaza in international waters near Crete, an action which organizers of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) condemned as 'piracy' due to the unlawful seizure of the vessels.
A flotilla carrying humanitarian aid for Gaza has departed from Sicily, with participants, including the sister of Irish President Catherine Connolly and Croatian activists, expressing readiness for potential arrest. The "Global Sumud Flotilla" consists of dozens of vessels aiming to disrupt the Israeli blockade of Gaza.
Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla have disrupted a cargo ship, alleging it was carrying materials intended for Israeli weapons.
The Malaysian government announced it will closely monitor the progress of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) 2.0 humanitarian mission to ensure the safety of its participants.
The Global Sumud Flotilla has departed from Barcelona for Gaza, with a doubled number of participants, aiming to deliver humanitarian aid amidst reports of a rising death toll in Gaza despite a ceasefire.
The Global Sumud Flotilla, comprising over 100 ships with technical support from Open Arms, is set to depart from Barcelona on April 12, heading towards Gaza.