‘It was chaos’: Australians released from Israeli prison, allege mistreatment
Eleven Australians detained in Israel after their Gaza-bound flotilla have been released, with some alleging mistreatment by Israeli authorities. Activists reported instances of physical abuse and denial of basic needs during their detention. The Israeli Prison Service has denied these allegations, calling them false.
- ▪Eleven Australians were detained after their Gaza-bound flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces.
- ▪Activists claimed they were mistreated, with reports of broken bones and sexual assault among detainees.
- ▪The Israeli Prison Service has denied the allegations, stating they are false and without factual basis.
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