Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand has condemned the treatment of Canadian activists detained by Israeli forces during a Gaza-bound flotilla, labeling it as 'egregious abuse.' The flotilla, which aimed to break Israel's blockade of Gaza by delivering humanitarian aid, involved 12 Canadian citizens who were deported to Turkey after their detention. Anand's statement, made while attending a NATO meeting in Helsingborg, Sweden, marks a notable escalation in Canada's criticism of Israel, particularly under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark Carney, who has taken a firmer stance on Israeli policies. Activists reported mistreatment, including beatings, while Israeli authorities refuted these claims, calling them baseless. The incident has sparked calls within Canada for broader sanctions against the Netanyahu government, especially in light of the controversial actions of far-right Israeli officials like Itamar Ben-Gvir. The ongoing blockade of Gaza, intensified after recent Hamas attacks, has drawn criticism for its humanitarian implications, with many arguing that it constitutes collective punishment against the Palestinian population. The situation continues to evolve, with Canadian officials pledging to monitor the health and safety of the deported activists.