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AlarabSecurity

Italian Prosecutors Investigate Ben-Gvir, Katz, and IDF Chief Over Aid Ship Activists

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Italian prosecutors are investigating Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir for alleged kidnapping and torture of Gaza aid flotilla activists. The probe also includes Security Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir. Approximately 50 Italian citizens were on the flotilla, with some filing complaints in Rome. Italian President Sergio Mattarella reportedly criticized Ben-Gvir.

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  • Italian prosecutors are investigating Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over alleged kidnapping and torture of aid activists.
  • The investigation also involves Israeli Security Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir.
  • Around 50 Italian citizens participated in the Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
  • Activists filed complaints in Rome demanding an investigation into their detention and treatment.
  • Italian President Sergio Mattarella criticized Minister Ben-Gvir for reaching "the lowest level."
Italian Prosecutors Investigate Ben-Gvir, Katz, and IDF Chief Over Aid Ship Activists
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Italian prosecutors in Rome are investigating Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over accusations of kidnapping and torturing activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. The investigation is also examining the roles of Israeli Security Minister Israel Katz and IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir, along with other Israeli officials.

The flotilla reportedly included around 50 Italian citizens. Several of these activists filed complaints with the Rome Public Prosecutor's Office, demanding an investigation into their detention and treatment.

In related remarks, Italian President Sergio Mattarella was quoted criticizing the Israeli minister, stating that he had "reached the lowest level."

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