Jewish Diaspora Groups Condemn Treatment of Gaza Flotilla Activists

International Jewish and pro-Israel organizations issued statements on Thursday criticizing Israel's National Security Minister over the handling of detained Gaza flotilla activists. The groups said the treatment undermines Israel's diplomatic standing and values. Videos showed restrained activists being taunted, which the organizations described as public humiliation.

The criticism came after videos circulated showing the treatment of the detainees. Organizations called the actions illegal and said they contradict democratic and Jewish values. Haaretz reported that the condemnations were issued directly and focused on the minister's role in the events.