The images published by the Israeli Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, showing Global Sumud Flotilla activists kneeling and with their hands tied, have caused strong international reactions.

France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and Canada have summoned the Israeli ambassadors to demand explanations regarding the treatment of the activists.

French Foreign Minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, condemned the video saying indignation at the way the detainees were treated.

From the Netherlands, Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen described the images as “shocking and unacceptable”, emphasizing that human dignity is violated.

Belgium also reacted strongly, while Minister Maxime Prévot stated that there are also Belgian citizens among those arrested.

British Minister Yvette Cooper expressed herself as “really shocked”, asking for clarification from the authorities. for the treatment of activists.

The German ambassador to Israel, Steffen Seibert, called the treatment of the detainees “totally unacceptable”.

The Spanish Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, called the video “monstrous, inhuman and shameful”, demanding a public apology from Israel.

Ireland also reacted strongly, while Minister Helen McEntee demanded their immediate release. detained Irish nationals.

Canada joined the international reaction, with Minister Anita Anand declaring that the treatment of civilians must be taken “very seriously” and requires urgent action.

Source: prizrenpost