Detention of Gaza Flotilla Activists Extended by Israeli Court Amid Abuse Claims
An Israeli court has ordered a two-day extension of the detention of two foreign activists from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as allegations of abuse during their custody are being investigated.
On May 4, 2026, an Israeli court extended the detention of two foreign activists who were seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla. This decision comes amid ongoing legal disputes regarding their arrest.
The activists, identified as one Spanish and one Brazilian national, were taken into custody while participating in a humanitarian mission in international waters.
Allegations of abuse during their detention are currently under investigation, adding complexity to the legal proceedings surrounding their case.
Updates
Update at 15:14 UTC on 2026-05-05
France 24 reported An Israeli court has extended the detention of two foreign activists by six days after they were seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla, their lawyer said Tuesday. The pair, held in Ashkelon, deny wrongdoing as supporters allege mistreatment in.
Sources: France 24
Update at 13:49 UTC on 2026-05-06
France 24 reported An Israeli court on Wednesday rejected an appeal by two foreign nationals, one Spanish and one Brazilian, challenging their detention in Israel. The two men were seized in international waters last week while participating in a humanitarian.
Sources: France 24