Nations Summon Israeli Envoys Over Treatment of Flotilla Activists
At least eleven countries summoned their respective Israeli ambassadors for diplomatic reprimands over the treatment of detained activists from the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla. The diplomatic crisis was sparked by a video showing Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir overseeing the mistreatment of the zip-tied, pro-Palestinian activists after they were intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters.
Date: May 22, 2026
Location: Jerusalem, Israel
Category: diplomacy
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: Anadolu Agency