Right-Wing Activist Indicted for Blocking Humanitarian Aid Trucks to Gaza at Ashdod Port

The Israeli prosecution has filed charges against right-wing activist Reut Ben Haim for blocking humanitarian aid trucks destined for the Gaza Strip at the Ashdod Port junction. On May 27, 2025, at approximately 8:58 a.m., Ben Haim and another protester sat down on the road at the junction to protest the transfer of humanitarian aid to Gaza, effectively preventing the trucks from continuing their journey.

According to the indictment, police officers who arrived at the scene ordered the two women to clear the road, but they refused to comply. The charges state that their actions caused a public disturbance without reasonable cause and had the potential to disrupt public order. Ben Haim is specifically accused of obstructing police officers in the performance of their duties and causing a public disturbance.

The indictment highlights the legal consequences of obstructing humanitarian aid deliveries and interfering with law enforcement efforts during protests. The case is set to proceed through the Israeli judicial system, with further developments expected as the trial unfolds.