Canadians from Gaza flotilla to return to Canada after detainment by Israeli forces
Canadians who participated in a flotilla attempting to breach Israel's naval blockade of Gaza are returning home after being detained. Reports indicate that they faced abuse while in custody, which Israeli officials have denied. The Canadian government has condemned the treatment of its citizens and is ensuring their safe return from Turkey.
- ▪Nine of the twelve Canadians detained are scheduled to arrive in Canada this weekend.
- ▪The Canadians reportedly suffered appalling abuse while in custody, according to Turkish officials.
- ▪Global Affairs Canada has condemned the mistreatment and demanded accountability for those responsible.
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Open this photo in gallery:Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla disembark a plane at Istanbul Airport on Thursday.Emrah Gurel/The Associated PressShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountSome of the Canadians who were part of a flotilla attempting to break Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza are set to return to Canada this weekend.The Canadians were detained by Israeli forces last week and reportedly abused in custody before being sent to Turkey.Global Sumud Flotilla, the movement’s organizer, says nine of the 12 Canadians who were on the flotilla are scheduled to arrive from Turkey at airports in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver on Saturday and Sunday.Global Sumud Flotilla says of the three remaining Canadians, one is still in Turkey and two are on…
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