The Palestinian rights group Adalah has confirmed the deportation of six activists, including MEP Rima Hassan, detained on the Madleen aid ship advocating against Israel's blockade of Gaza. Adalah revealed that the detainees experienced mistreatment, with some held in solitary confinement. Two French nationals are still awaiting deportation. Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs dismissed the incident, referring to the boat as a 'selfie yacht.' In response, Hassan called for protests in Paris to advocate for the release of detained activists and raise awareness about the blockade.
Adalah has reported that six activists, including MEP Rima Hassan, were deported after being detained by Israeli forces during their humanitarian mission to Gaza.
While in custody, the detained volunteers faced aggressive treatment and mistreatment, with two kept in solitary confinement, as per the findings from rights group Adalah.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs dismissed the aid boat mission, labeling it as a 'selfie yacht,' indicating a lack of recognition for the humanitarian efforts.
Rima Hassan, who has faced entry bans to Israel, urged supporters to rally in Paris for the remaining passengers, emphasizing the need for international awareness regarding Gaza's blockade.
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