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France Launches Probe into Israel Torture Allegations, Allies Condemn

6/6/2026

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French anti-terrorism prosecutors opened a probe into torture and war crimes against French activists seized by Israel.
The probe, referred by the foreign ministry on May 28, was assigned to the Office de lutte contre le crime contre l’humanité (OCLCH).
Canada, Germany and Italy joined France in condemning Israel’s treatment of the activists.
Organisers said activists were hospitalized and fifteen reported sexual assault, including rape, while Israeli authorities denied the accusations.

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French anti-terrorism prosecutors opened a probe into torture and war crimes against French activists seized by Israel.
The probe, referred by the foreign ministry on May 28, was assigned to the Office de lutte contre le crime contre l’humanité (OCLCH).
Canada, Germany and Italy joined France in condemning Israel’s treatment of the activists.
Organisers said activists were hospitalized and fifteen reported sexual assault, including rape, while Israeli authorities denied the accusations.