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Gaza Flotilla Activists Allege Abuse and Assault in Israeli Detention
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Gaza Flotilla Activists Allege Abuse and Assault in Israeli Detention

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.

Israeli Minister Condemned for Humiliating Gaza Flotilla Activists
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Israeli Minister Condemned for Humiliating Gaza Flotilla Activists

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.

Israel Detains Gaza Flotilla Activists for Questioning
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Israel Detains Gaza Flotilla Activists for Questioning

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'.

Gaza Aid Flotilla Intercepted, Activists Taken to Crete
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Gaza Aid Flotilla Intercepted, Activists Taken to Crete

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.

Netanyahu Orders Restoration of Latin Patriarch's Access to Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday Mass
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Netanyahu Orders Restoration of Latin Patriarch's Access to Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday Mass

Following widespread backlash, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered that the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, be granted full and immediate access to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Palm Sunday mass, after Israeli police had initially blocked his entry.

In Israel, a unique network of volunteer first responders
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In Israel, a unique network of volunteer first responders

Israeli authorities say the number of ballistic missiles targeting the country is declining. Since the start of the war, there have been 10 deaths, 8 serious injuries, and nearly 400 minor injuries. To treat them in record time, Israel benefits from a network of volunteer first responders that is unique in the world. FRANCE 24's correspondent Claire Duhamel accompanied them for a day.

Israel Faces Outcry Over Alleged Mistreatment of Gaza Flotilla Detainees
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Israel Faces Outcry Over Alleged Mistreatment of Gaza Flotilla Detainees

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.

Israel Sues New York Times Amid Palestine-Related Controversies
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Israel Sues New York Times Amid Palestine-Related Controversies

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.

Israel to Release and Deport Gaza Flotilla Activists
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Israel to Release and Deport Gaza Flotilla Activists

Israeli authorities announced the release and imminent deportation of several activists detained from the Gaza flotilla, including Spanish and Swedish nationals. The activists were held after the flotilla incident and are now being processed for removal from Israel.

Lebanon Demands Security Deal Before Netanyahu Meeting
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Lebanon Demands Security Deal Before Netanyahu Meeting

The Lebanese President has stated that a security agreement with Israel must be reached before any potential meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. This condition underscores Lebanon's demand for a ceasefire and an end to Israeli attacks.

Explosions in Tel Aviv Amid Enemy Air Threat Alert
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Explosions in Tel Aviv Amid Enemy Air Threat Alert

Explosions were reported in Tel Aviv following an alert of incoming enemy fire, with Israeli authorities confirming defense systems were activated to intercept the threat. No casualties have been reported.

Israel restricts Friday congregation at Al Aqsa to 10,000
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Israel restricts Friday congregation at Al Aqsa to 10,000

JERUSALEM: Israel on Wednesday imposed restrictions on Palestinian worshippers from the occupied West Bank attending weekly Friday prayers at the Al Aqsa Mosque in east Jerusalem and capped the worshippers number at 10,000 during the holy month of Ramazan which began on Wednesday. The Israeli authorities also imposed age restrictions on West Bank Palestinians, permitting entry only to men aged 55 and older, women aged 50 and older, and children up to age 12 to attend the Friday prayers. “Ten thousand Palestinian worshippers will be permitted to enter the Temple Mount for Friday prayers throughout the month of Ramadan, subject to obtaining a dedicated daily permit in advance,” COGAT, the Israeli agency in charge of civilian matters in the Palestinian territories, said in a statement. “Entry for men will be permitted from age 55, for women from age 50, and for children up to age 12 when accompanied by a first-degree relative.” COGAT said, adding that restrictions apply only to Palestinians travelling from the West Bank, which Israel has occupied since the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. Imam of Al Aqsa arrested by Israeli police; Hamas condemns arrest, restrictions on worshippers’ access to holy mosque “It is emphasised that all permits are conditional upon prior security approval by the relevant security authorities,” COGAT said. “In addition, residents travelling to prayers at the Temple Mount will be required to undergo digital documentation at the crossings upon their return to the areas of Judea and Samaria at the conclusion of the prayer day,” it said, using the Biblical term for the West Bank. During Ramazan, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians traditionally attend prayers at Al Aqsa, Islam’s third holiest site, located in east Jerusalem, which Israel captured in 1967 and later annexed in a move that is not internationally recognised. Since the war in Gaza broke out in October 2023, the attendance of worshippers has declined due to tough Israeli restrictions. Israel arrests Al Aqsa Mosque Imam Israeli police on Monday arrested the Imam of Al Aqsa Mosque, Sheikh Moh­am­med al-Abbasi, from inside the mosque’s courtyards in occupied Jerusalem. The Palestinian news agency WAFA, citing local sources, reported that Israeli forces detained Sheikh al-Abbasi inside the courtyards of Al Aqsa Mosque without giving any reason. It said the arrest “comes amid escalating Israeli measures against the blessed Al Aqsa Mosque, including restrictions on imams, preachers and worshippers stationed there, limitations on the entry of worshippers, and intensifying incursions carried out by settlers under heavy protection from Israeli police”. On Tuesday, Hamas condemned the arrest of al-Abbasi in a statement, saying he had been “served with an order banning him from the mosque”. The movement said the measure “constitutes blatant interference in the affairs of Al Aqsa and an unacceptable assault on its imams”. Published in Dawn, February 19th, 2026