Israeli authorities are set to deport Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian national Thiago Avila following their detention after the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters.
Key points
- The activists were detained on April 29 after Israeli forces intercepted the aid-carrying flotilla.
- Israel alleged the individuals were involved in illegal activities and had links to terrorist organizations, claims which both the detainees and their legal representatives denied.
- The detainees reportedly conducted a hunger strike while in custody, citing poor conditions and isolation.
- The governments of Spain and Brazil had previously characterized the detentions as unlawful.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding the legality of Israel's maritime blockade of Gaza and the treatment of international activists attempting to deliver humanitarian aid.
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