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Freedom Flotilla Coalition Demands Justice for Assault Victims

1/3/2026

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The Freedom Flotilla Coalition condemned Israeli police and prison authorities for sexual assaults against Gaza-bound flotilla participants.
German journalist Anna Liedtke says she was raped during detention after resisting a strip search.
Italian journalist Vincenzo Fullone and Australian activist Surya McEwen are among other victims.
The FFC calls for independent investigations and accountability and urges the UN and the ICC to pursue justice.

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The Freedom Flotilla Coalition condemned Israeli police and prison authorities for sexual assaults against Gaza-bound flotilla participants.
German journalist Anna Liedtke says she was raped during detention after resisting a strip search.
Italian journalist Vincenzo Fullone and Australian activist Surya McEwen are among other victims.
The FFC calls for independent investigations and accountability and urges the UN and the ICC to pursue justice.