• Israel deported two activists, Saif Abu Keshek (Spanish citizen) and Thiago Avila (Brazilian), after they were arrested in international waters on a flotilla heading to Gaza.
  • The activists are part of the second Global Flotilla Sumud, which departed from Spain on April 12 to attempt to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza.
  • Israel’s Foreign Ministry accused Abu Keshek of ties to a terrorist organization and Avila of illegal activity; both denied the allegations.
  • The arrest occurred on April 29, and the activists claim it was unlawful as they were on a humanitarian mission.
  • The war in Gaza began with Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, leaving most of the population homeless and dependent on aid.

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