July 09, 2026
Canada PM Carney calls for independent investigation, stating the treatment of the activists was “unacceptable”
Organisers of the aid flotilla have alleged Israeli forces engaged in abuse, sexual assault, and beatings that hospitalised some detainees
Abuse allegations increase pressure on Israel after minister’s taunting video sparked outrage
Israel FM says it "will not allow any breach of the lawful naval blockade on Gaza"
Thiago Avila was arrested on Apr 12 while attempting to break Israel's blockade of Gaza by delivering aid
Authorities say suspected offences include aiding enemy, foreign contact, and terrorism support
Flotilla organisers say no state can claim or police international waters, but Israel has extended its control there
The vessels were seized by Israel hundreds of miles from Gaza, said the organisers, Global Sumud Flotilla
