Canada summons Israel’s ambassador over handling of activists on Gaza aid flotilla
Canada's Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has summoned Israel's ambassador regarding the treatment of activists on a Gaza-bound flotilla. The flotilla, which included Canadians, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters, leading to concerns over the handling of the activists. Anand described the actions of Israeli police as deeply troubling and unacceptable, emphasizing the need for the protection of civilians.
- ▪The flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza.
- ▪Anita Anand stated that the treatment of the activists was deeply troubling and unacceptable.
- ▪Canada has already imposed sanctions on Israeli police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his actions during the incident.
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Open this photo in gallery:An Israeli naval vessel, right, is motored toward the Israeli port of Ashdod, about 40 kilometres south of Tel Avi on Thursday after Israeli forces intercepted the Gaza-bound flotilla.NIR KAFRI/AFP/Getty ImagesShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountForeign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says she’s summoned Israel’s ambassador over the Middle East country’s treatment of a flotilla of activists, including Canadians, bound for Gaza.The flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters on Tuesday and later taken to an Israeli port.Ms.
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