Israel deported over 430 foreign activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla who were intercepted at sea Monday near Cyprus. The activists attempted to breach Israel's naval blockade on Gaza.
Video posted by Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir shows him taunting detainees, forcing them to kneel while waving a flag. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani called the treatment 'unacceptable' and urged EU sanctions. Ireland and Spain back the call for sanctions.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended stopping the flotilla but said Ben-Gvir's actions were 'not in line with Israel's values.' Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar also condemned the 'disgraceful performance,' saying Ben-Gvir is 'not the face of Israel.'