International Flotilla Faces Misconduct Allegations Amid Deportation

Israel deported Greta Thunberg and 170 activists from a flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. The deportation followed allegations of inhumane detention conditions in Israel, which the Israeli foreign ministry denies. Thunberg and other deportees have claimed mistreatment during their detention and subsequent deportation.

Israel announced the deportation of Greta Thunberg and 170 activists from an international flotilla on Monday. The flotilla, intent on delivering aid to Gaza, had been intercepted by Israeli forces the previous week, leading to the activists being sent to Greece and Slovakia.

Activists from Switzerland and Spain reported inhumane detention conditions, including sleep deprivation and physical mistreatment. Despite these claims, the Israeli foreign ministry asserted that all legal rights were upheld, dismissing the flotilla as a publicity stunt and refuting allegations of misconduct.

The deported activists, hailing from several European countries and the United States, continued to voice allegations of harsh treatment after returning home. Israeli authorities maintained that detainees were provided food, water, and legal rights. The issue remains contentious, with various government and consular responses to the activists' claims.

(With inputs from agencies.)