Italian Prosecutors Investigate Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Over Flotilla Incident
The Rome Public Prosecutor's Office has initiated an investigation into Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir concerning his involvement in the handling of the Global Sumud Flotilla in May 2026. This investigation follows the release of social media videos depicting alleged mistreatment of Gaza-bound activists by Israeli forces, including instances of mocking while the activists were restrained. The Italian authorities are examining potential charges of kidnapping, torture, violations of maritime navigation laws, and attempted murder. This move by Italy aligns with France's preliminary investigation into similar allegations of torture and war crimes. Israeli officials, including the Israel Prison Service and the IDF, have dismissed these allegations as baseless, asserting that the activists were treated according to legal standards. 
