Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, intercepted by Israel, report mistreatment including beatings and taser shocks. - Flotilla of 50 boats intercepted 250 miles off Israeli coast.
- Activists, journalists, and an Italian lawmaker were detained. - Israel's security minister taunted detainees, sparking global outrage.
- 420 activists deported to Turkey and other countries. The allegations are denied by Israeli authorities, but activists describe brutal treatment during detention.