Gaza flotilla activists land in Turkey, recount abuse and torture by Israeli authorities
Gaza flotilla activists have returned to Turkey, sharing accounts of abuse and torture by Israeli authorities. Their treatment has sparked international outrage, leading several countries to summon Israeli diplomats for discussions. The activists arrived in Istanbul wearing distinctive attire and chanting in support of Palestine.
- ▪Activists from the Gaza flotilla have landed in Turkey after their release.
- ▪They reported experiencing abuse and torture at the hands of Israeli authorities.
- ▪The treatment of these activists has prompted diplomatic responses from multiple countries.
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Gaza flotilla activists land in Turkey, recount abuse and torture by Israeli authoritiesThe Associated PressPublished 7 seconds agoWearing grey sweatsuits and Arab keffiyehs, the activists descended the stairs to the runaway in Istanbul flashing two-fingered salutes and chanting 'Free Palestine.' Outrage abroad over the activists' treatment prompted several countries to summon Israeli envoys to hear their concerns.The Associated PressPlease enable JavaScript to view this content.ShareSave for laterPlease log in to bookmark this story.Log InCreate Free AccountMost PopularCanadian aid workers in Congo join fight against Ebola virusVideo1:24Northern rivers turn orange and toxic due to thawing permafrost, study showsVideo2:19Trump and Putin's meetings with Chinese leader deliver markedly…
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