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Italy investigates Israeli minister over abuse of Gaza flotilla activists
Italian authorities are investigating Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over his treatment of activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters. Footage shows Ben-Gvir taunting activists, and reports of sexual assaults have sparked diplomatic backlash against Israel.
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