World · 21 May 2026

Hundreds of activists to leave Israel after video

International condemnation has grown over how hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists were treated after being detained in Israel. This follows a video posted by National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, showing him taunting activists whose hands were tied. The UK called in Israel's top diplomat, and a rights group reported serious injuries, with at least three people needing hospital treatment.

By BriefTea Editorial · 21 May 2026 at 16:09

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