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Flotilla: Israeli ministers Katz and Ben-Gvir under investigation in Rome over alleged torture and kidnapping

Rome prosecutors are investigating Israeli ministers Israel Katz and Itamar Ben-Gvir, along with other officials, over allegations linked to two flotilla missions toward Gaza.

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What is happening

The Rome prosecutor’s office is investigating Israeli ministers Israel Katz and Itamar Ben-Gvir. The investigation also involves generals, admirals and officials responsible for prisons. It concerns allegations of torture and kidnapping connected to two missions toward Gaza. The inquiry includes testimony from 50 activists about violence they say they suffered.

Why it is on the Radar

The investigation extends beyond the two ministers to other figures in Israel’s chain of command, according to the source. It is being coordinated with investigations in ten other countries.
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