Australian politicians discuss fuel excise, a KPMG investigation, and allegations against Israeli defense personnel. Speculation arises about Pauline Hanson's potential move to the lower house, while the Reserve Bank's interest rate decision looms.
Italy has opened an investigation into Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for alleged torture and kidnapping of Italian activists on an aid flotilla to Gaza. This follows similar probes by France and potential EU sanctions, amid international condemnation of Ben-Gvir's actions.
Canada demands independent probe into Israel's 'appalling' treatment of Gaza flotilla activists, citing abuse allegations and Vienna Convention violations, amid longstanding diplomatic ties.
Canadian PM Mark Carney expressed indignation over Israel's "appalling" treatment of Gaza flotilla activists, demanding an investigation into alleged abuse. He also reaffirmed Canada's opposition to Israeli settlements and settler violence.
Australian activists detained during the Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza claim they were raped, tortured, and beaten by Israeli security forces. The Israeli military denies the allegations, stating a procedure of respectful treatment.
France has banned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering its territory due to his "unspeakable" behavior towards activists. This follows similar actions by Poland and sanctions by the EU and US against other Israeli figures and settlers.
Four people were arrested at Spain's Bilbao Airport following clashes between police and supporters of the Global Sumud Flotilla returning from Israeli detention. Organizers condemned "police brutality," while authorities cited obstruction and provocation.
France has banned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country after he released videos mocking detained Gaza aid flotilla activists. The French foreign minister called his actions 'unspeakable' and urged EU-wide sanctions.
Two Mexican activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, Violeta Núñez Rodríguez and Sol González Eguía, reported being subjected to torture and sexual violence by Israeli military personnel after their vessel was intercepted in international waters en route to Gaza. They were received with protests demanding a break in relations with Israel.
Activists deported after their Gaza-bound aid flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces allege they were subjected to abuse, including sexual assault, beatings, and mistreatment, while in detention. Canada, Germany, and Spain confirmed citizens were injured or abused, while Israel's prison service denied the claims.
Far-right Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's taunting of Gaza flotilla activists, captured on film and posted by himself, has sparked international outcry and domestic political debate. Critics argue the incident damages Israel's international standing and public relations ('hasbara'), while former PM Naftali Bennett proposes a stronger national hasbara authority, focusing on messaging rather than changing underlying actions.
Activists on a humanitarian aid flotilla to Gaza seized by Israel have accused the military of sexual assault, violence, and rape during their detention. Israel has denied the allegations, stating detainees are treated according to law and with basic rights.
Activists from Turkey, Greece and the US accused Israeli security forces of mistreatment after their flotilla was diverted to Ashdod port. Diplomatic reactions followed as UK, France, Portugal summoned Israeli envoys. Netanyahu defended the interception but criticized security minister over footage of detainees.
Israel confirmed deporting all foreign activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla. The first group of 422 activists, including 85 Turkish nationals, arrived in Turkey after being intercepted at sea. One activist reported being beaten by Israeli forces.
Israel announced Thursday the deportation of all foreign activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as the first group arrived in Turkey amid global condemnation of their treatment. Hundreds were detained after attempting to breach the blockade.
Israel has deported over 430 foreign activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla after global condemnation of their treatment. Activists reported abuse, including beatings and humiliation, by Israeli security forces. The UK, Italy, Poland, and Greece summoned Israeli diplomats, with Italy proposing sanctions against National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Israel deported approximately 430 foreign activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla after intercepting them near Cyprus. The activists were attempting to break the Gaza blockade. International outcry followed, with Italy calling for EU sanctions against Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for his "unacceptable" treatment of the detainees.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video taunting activists abducted from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. The stunt has drawn international condemnation and summoned Israeli ambassadors.
Several countries, including Italy, Germany, France, the Netherlands, UK, Turkey, and Canada, have condemned Israel's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists, as shown in a video posted by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. The activists were intercepted by Israeli forces and detained.
27 Italian activists aboard the Gaza Flotilla have been detained and their boats are expected at Ashdod port. Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has requested an urgent verification of the force used by Israeli authorities, who activists claim used rubber bullets.
27 Italian activists on the Gaza Flotilla are detained and their boats are heading to Ashdod port. Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani is urgently investigating reports of Israeli authorities using rubber bullets against the flotilla.
Nine Italians were intercepted during an IDF operation targeting a humanitarian flotilla for Gaza. A total of 35 Italians were present on 21 boats involved in the initiative.
Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Ávila were detained by Israel after sailing in a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek were detained by Israeli forces who intercepted the flotilla's boats near Greece last week.
