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One activist, Hasnain Jafer, recounts brutal detention by Israeli forces during a Gaza aid flotilla, describing repeated physical abuse including kicks and punches. Among hundreds detained from 41 countries, Jafer says their mission was a genuine response to Palestinian pleas for help—not a publicity stunt. Allegations of sexual assault and beatings have surfaced, though unverified by the BBC, while Israel insists all detainees received lawful treatment. A viral video of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting detainees sparked backlash even from Prime Minister Netanyahu. Jafer, now back home with his family, says the footage exposed the true nature of those in power—and the incident underscores deepening humanitarian and political tensions.

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