Global Sumud Flotilla activists report sexual abuse while in Israeli custody

Global Sumud Flotilla activists report sexual abuse while in Israeli custody The Global Sumud Flotilla said that activists who were detained during the Gaza-bound aid mission by Israeli forces were subjected to sexual violence and physical abuse. In a statement on Thursday, the group said testimonies from participants pointed to a "pattern of severe physical and sexual violence and systematic degradation". At least four individuals were sexual assaulted while in Israeli custody, including anal penetration with a finger, forceful strikes to the genitals, and verbal sexual abuse.