Australia investigates sexual assault claims against IDF Australian police are investigating claims of rape, torture, and abuse made by activists detained during a raid on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla. The activists, including four Australian women, met with government officials and police to detail their allegations. Israel has rejected the claims, calling the activists “provocateurs” and stating there is no credible evidence.

• Australian police are investigating allegations of rape, torture, and abuse by Israeli forces against detained Gaza flotilla activists.
• Four Australian women, among 11 Australians detained in May, have detailed their experiences to government officials and police.
• Allegations include kidnapping, torture, imprisonment, and rape.
• Israel denies the claims, labeling the activists as “professional provocateurs” and stating accusations are false.
• The Global Sumud Flotilla has filed a submission with the International Criminal Court regarding alleged war crimes.
• Other countries, including France, Italy, and Canada, are also scrutinizing or investigating Israel’s treatment of flotilla detainees.
• Australian National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s conduct, filming himself taunting detainees, has been condemned and sanctioned by Australia.