Israeli authorities have detained 175 activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla, including Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila. The abduction has sparked international concern and calls for their immediate release.
More than 170 people were taken into custody after Israeli naval forces intercepted the flotilla, which was attempting to break the blockade on Gaza. Among the detained were activists from several countries, with Spain and Brazil now demanding answers from Israel regarding the fate of their citizens.
The flotilla organizers have condemned the action as a violation of international law, while Israel defends the operation as a necessary security measure.