Israeli politician Ben-Gvir releases video targeting detained Gaza flotilla activists

Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has released a video featuring himself interacting with detained Gaza-bound activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla. The activists were taken into custody by Israeli forces in international waters.

In the video, which was captioned “Welcome to Israel”, Mr. Ben-Gvir is seen speaking to the detainees while they are zip tied and kneeling. The Israeli national anthem can be heard playing in the background.

The Global Sumud Flotilla is a group of activists who have set sail from Turkey to Gaza, with the aim of breaking the Israeli blockade on the territory. The flotilla’s mission has been met with opposition from Israel, which has intercepted and detained several vessels in recent years.

The video released by Mr. Ben-Gvir appears to be a recording of his interaction with the detainees. It is not clear what specific comments or actions he made during the encounter.

The Israeli government has not commented on the release of the video. The detention of the flotilla activists remains under investigation, and their treatment while in custody is being monitored by international human rights organizations.

Source: Al Jazeera