🔗 Share this article Protesters from Humanitarian Convoy Claim Poor Situations in Israeli Detention Loved ones of detained campaigners from the Pacific nation have expressed concern about harsh treatment in Israel's custody, including lack of access to water and legal counsel. Aid Convoy Crew Members Experience Deportation More than seventy participants from multiple countries are scheduled to be expelled from the country, among them 28 French nationals, 27 Greeks, fifteen Italian nationals, and nine Swedish nationals. Relative Accounts of Harsh Conditions Adrian Leason shared serious worry about his son's circumstances, stating: "I'm deeply concerned about him, as he remains in a detention cell right now, in a cage packed with many other people... he has been without water and attorney access." Health Concerns and Treatment The sister of another detainee stated that her sister had sustained an shoulder injury to her shoulder, though the family remained unsure about the details of how it took place. "I request the government to take action and secure the return of our loved ones home unharmed and in proper health," the relative said. Official Statements The Pacific nation's diplomatic corps provided a official comment stating that a consular partner in the region had met with the citizens and that additional assistance would be offered in the following period. Simultaneously, Israel's government officials has rejected accusations that some detainees were prevented from seeing their lawyers and stated that the constitutional protections of the activists were being "entirely maintained." Additional Allegations of Poor Treatment Legal representatives working with the arrested activists have alleged that some of those in detention have endured abuse and physical violence while in confinement centers. Refusal of healthcare services and prescription drugs Reportedly, a Muslim woman was pressured to take off her religious garment Limited access to fundamental requirements Government Reactions A prominent member of New Zealand's political group, the politician, stated to a media briefing that the detained New Zealanders were working to establish a global community "in which our humanity truly has value." At the same time, the government official the official accused critics of "faux moral outrage" and implied that individuals of the flotilla were "seeking attention" and had been advised not to proceed with the mission. The leader the political leader informed the media that representatives had communicated "forcefully to the Israeli government" that the safety of citzens was paramount. Yet, the prime minister refused to criticize the country's interception of the mission because there were "arguments on multiple sides."