Spain Demands Release of Citizen Detained by Israel in Gaza Flotilla Incident
Spain has called for the immediate release of Saif Abukeshek, a Spanish-Swedish national of Palestinian origin, who was detained by Israeli forces during a raid on the Global Sumud Flotilla. The flotilla, which was attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, was intercepted by the Israeli navy in international waters. The raid resulted in the detention of 175 activists, who were taken to Greece, except for Abukeshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila, who were taken to Israel for questioning. Israel claims the two have ties to Hamas, a claim disputed by Spanish officials. The Spanish Foreign Minister, Jose Manuel Albares, has labeled the detention as 'illegal' and akin to 'kidnapping'. The incident has sparked international protests and condemnation, with reports of the detained activists being subjected to harsh treatment. 
