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Italy Investigates Israeli Ministers, IDF Chief Over Alleged Gaza Flotilla Activist Abuse

By Itamar Eichner

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Italian prosecutors are investigating Defense Minister Israel Katz, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir for alleged torture, kidnapping, and mistreatment of Italian activists on Gaza-bound flotillas in October 2025 and May 2026. The probe includes numerous other senior Israeli military and police officials. Activists reported beatings, threats, and harsh detention conditions. Minister Ben-Gvir's prior confrontation with detained activists had previously caused outrage in Italy. Italian law allows for prosecution of offenses against Italian citizens abroad, though this investigation does not automatically mean charges will be filed.

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Italian prosecutors are investigating Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir over alleged abuse of Gaza flotilla activists.
The investigation includes National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and dozens of other senior Israeli military and police officials.
Allegations include torture, kidnapping, and mistreatment of 50 Italian citizens detained on flotillas in October 2025 and May 2026.
Activists reported beatings, injuries, death threats, and harsh detention conditions during their detentions.
Minister Ben-Gvir's prior confrontation with detained activists had previously sparked outrage and diplomatic protests from Italy.
Italian law permits prosecution of offenses committed abroad against Italian citizens, but this investigation does not guarantee charges.

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“The allegations include torture, kidnapping, unlawful boarding of vessels, poor detention conditions, degrading treatment, and violations of fundamental rights.”

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“The criminal investigation in Rome concerning the takeover of aid flotillas to Gaza and the treatment of their participants has reached the highest levels of Israel's security establishment.”

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“The probe includes 13 individuals, among them Defense Minister Israel Katz and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.”

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