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In a significant diplomatic response, Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand summoned Israel’s ambassador to discuss the recent interception of a humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza, which included Canadian activists. The flotilla was halted by Israeli forces in international waters on Tuesday and subsequently escorted to an Israeli port. Minister Anand expressed grave concern regarding the treatment of those aboard, emphasising the necessity of upholding human dignity in such situations.
Flotilla Intercepted in International Waters
The humanitarian mission, which departed from southern Turkey, aimed to deliver essential aid to the war-torn region of Gaza. Organisers reported that the flotilla comprised around 430 activists, including several Canadians. Israeli authorities, however, acted decisively, stopping the vessels and apprehending their passengers. Reports emerged of harsh treatment, with videos circulating online showing detainees being forced to the
