On Wednesday, Israeli police detained 430 activists from a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, forcing them to kneel with their hands tied behind their backs at an Israeli port. This flotilla, which originated from southern Turkey, aimed to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza, which has been suffering from severe shortages amid an ongoing blockade. The incident has sparked outrage, particularly due to a video posted by Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's far-right police minister, who mocked the detained activists, stating, 'They came as big heroes. Look at them now.' This drew criticism from various quarters, including Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar, who accused Ben-Gvir of undermining Israel's diplomatic efforts. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the interception of the flotilla but stated that Ben-Gvir's treatment of the activists was not reflective of Israel's values. Internationally, leaders like Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung condemned the actions, questioning their legality and demanding accountability. The activists are expected to be taken to Ketziot prison, with legal support being provided by the Israeli rights group Adalah.