Human Rights
Greta Thunberg held in Israeli prison
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg is currently held in Ketziot prison in Israel's Negev desert. The Swedish embassy has met with her, and another Swedish citizen is also detained there.
Swedish ombudsman wants to report Israel for mistreatment of activists
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Sweden's Discrimination Ombudsman (DO) is considering reporting Israel after Swedish activists, including Greta Thunberg, were detained during a Gaza flotilla. Thunberg has complained about dehydration and lice in detention. The incident draws international attention to aid efforts for Gaza.
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Swedish gaza activists may fly home from israeli prison
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Nine Swedish gaza activists held for four days in Israel's Ketziot prison in the Negev desert are set to be released and flown home on Monday. Relatives have received details of harsh conditions, including limited food and water access and humiliating treatment. Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard confirms the plans, but Israel denies all mistreatment claims.
Rima Hassan denounces violence during Gaza flotilla expulsion
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Euro MP Rima Hassan claimed she was beaten by Israeli police after the Gaza flotilla's interception. Expelled with 171 activists including Greta Thunberg, she described harsh detention conditions in a Negev prison. Israel seized the humanitarian convoy, accusing it of Hamas ties.
First group of Spanish activists returns after detention in Israel
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Twenty-one of the 49 Spanish activists detained by Israel while trying to deliver aid to Gaza have returned to Spain on Sunday. They denounce ill-treatment during their captivity, while 28 remain held in a Negev desert prison. The Spanish government has facilitated their repatriation and demands respect for their rights.
Swedish activists accuse Israel of plundering and torture
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Swedish activists, including Greta Thunberg, have returned to Sweden after being detained by Israeli forces during an attempt to break the Gaza blockade. At a press conference in Stockholm, they described how their ships were plundered of aid supplies and how they endured torture in prison. Israel denies the claims, asserting no provisions were aboard.
Swedish PM takes activists' torture claims seriously
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Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson states that the government takes seriously the allegations of torture against Swedish activists, including Greta Thunberg, in an Israeli prison. The Foreign Ministry will investigate the claims, but it is too early to criticize Israel. The activists describe cramped conditions and threats during their detention.
UN Accuses Forces of Atrocities in Congo and Sudan
The United Nations has accused forces in Congo and Sudan of committing atrocities, based on recent investigations. The report details violations in conflict zones. Calls for accountability have been issued.
Tanzanian Activist Survives Abduction and Shooting
A Tanzanian activist has survived an abduction and shooting amid rising disappearances in the country. The incident highlights increasing risks for human rights defenders. Authorities are urged to investigate.