Italy investigates alleged kidnapping and torture of Gaza aid flotilla activists
Italian prosecutors have widened the list of suspects in a criminal case over the alleged kidnapping and torture of Gaza aid flotilla activists. The suspects include Israeli ministers and the army's chief of the general staff.
Italy's prosecutors have expanded the circle of suspects in a criminal case linked to the alleged kidnapping and torture of activists from a Gaza aid flotilla. The case was opened in June, after the activists filed complaints. The information was reported by LSM.
Who is now among the suspects
Earlier, suspicion of kidnapping and torture had been directed at Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. The group now also includes Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz and the army's chief of the general staff, Eyal Zamir. Ten more officials are also under suspicion.
Basis of the case
The criminal case in Italy began with complaints from the Gaza aid flotilla activists. Given the number of suspects and their positions, the investigation concerns several of the top figures in Israel's security and defense leadership. The source does not provide further details on how the activists were detained or on how the investigation will proceed.
