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Israel Extends Detention of Two Gaza Flotilla Activists to Sunday

The case tests Israel's security claims against growing diplomatic pressure from Spain.

Overview

  • The Israeli court, which ruled Tuesday, extended the men's custody to Sunday so police can continue interrogations.
  • Israel alleges links to Hamas and listed suspected offenses including aiding the enemy, contact with a foreign agent, and membership or support for a terrorist group.
  • Spain demanded the immediate release of its citizen and said it has been shown no proof of any Hamas ties.
  • The rights group Adalah reports eight-hour interrogations, threats, constant bright light, isolation, and blindfolds even during medical checks, and says both men are on hunger strike, claims Israeli authorities deny.
  • The two were seized off Crete with about 175 people in the Sumud flotilla, which organizers say sought to challenge Gaza's blockade, while the others were released in Greece.