Brazilian Activist Alleges Torture During Israeli Detention After Flotilla Interception
Brazilian activist Thiago Avila has returned to Sao Paulo after being detained by Israeli authorities for 10 days. Avila, along with Spanish national Abu Keshek, was part of the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to break Israel's blockade of Gaza. They were arrested on suspicion of aiding the enemy and contact with a terrorist group, charges they deny. Avila claims he was tortured and witnessed abuses of Palestinian prisoners during his detention. Israel has dismissed these allegations, stating all actions were lawful. The incident has drawn criticism from the governments of Spain and Brazil, who deem the detention unlawful.