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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Investigated In Italy Over Gaza Flotilla Incident
Caption: Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Investigated In Italy Over Gaza Flotilla Incident. Italian prosecutors have placed Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir under investigation over the treatment of activists detained during a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. According to judicial sources, the probe is examining allegations of torture and kidnapping involving Italian citizens who were among the activists. Prosecutors will decide whether there is sufficient evidence to pursue formal charges and request a trial. Ben-Gvir said he would not be deterred by the investigation and would continue to support Israeli security forces. The controversy stems from a video released by the minister showing detained activists kneeling with their hands bound after Israeli forces intercepted the flotilla. Organisers said 430 activists were detained, including citizens of Italy and South Korea, after the aid mission was stopped in international waters. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government described the treatment of the activists as unacceptable and summoned Israel’s ambassador for an explanation. Italy has also called for the European Union to discuss sanctions against Ben-Gvir, while France has already barred him from entering the country. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Itamar Ben-Gvir,Italy,Gaza flotilla,investigation,Israel,Giorgia Meloni,activists,sanctions,Middle East,diplomacy,human rights,legal action,European Union,international relations,Gaza
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