Irish activist alleges Israeli commandos used force during flotilla interception (irishtimes.com)
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- Irish activist Catriona Graham alleges physical assault and mistreatment by Israeli commandos during the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla.
- The flotilla was stopped in international waters; 175 activists from 70 countries were removed.
- Graham claims she was cable-tied, denied adequate water/food, and subjected to stress positions.
- Brazilian activist Thiago Avila and Palestinian activist Saif Abu Keshek remain detained in Israel.
- Graham intends to continue with the flotilla despite the ordeal.
"Irish activist Catriona Graham claims she was grabbed by the hair, cable-tied, and denied adequate food and water for 24 hours after Israeli commandos intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters. She and about 175 activists from 70 countries were removed from the flotilla. Graham alleges Israeli forces used violence with impunity, including forcing detainees into stress positions. She intends to continue with the flotilla effort despite the ordeal."
#Flotilla interception
#Israeli military conduct
#Irish activist rights
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