World · 23 May 2026
Flotilla activists allege sexual assault in Israeli detention
People detained on a Gaza aid flotilla claim they suffered appalling abuse, including sexual assaults and rape, during their custody. Organisers alleged at least 15 sexual assault cases after Israeli forces intercepted 50 ships carrying 430 people on Tuesday. Canada condemned the grave mistreatment of its citizens, and Italian prosecutors are investigating possible crimes, though Israel denies all claims.
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