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Ahmed Eldin | 12 June 2026 This article is reproduced from Ahmed Eldin's Substack (https://ahmedeldin.substack.com/p/spanish-police-beat-global-sumud) with thanks. We note that the relationship between Israeli and western security forces is a circular one. The brutal beating of flotilla activists in Bilbao highlights the deep interconnections between the state institutions of western powers and those of their zionist proxy, which has become the ‘global specialist' in terroristic policing methods. Basque police beating Israeli torture survivors is institutional. These are the same cops who've taken €1.6m in Israeli security contracts, been trained by former Mossad agents, and equipped with Israeli surveillance tech. ---------------------------------------------- Subscribe! Donate! Join us in building a bright future for humanity! www.thecommunists.org www.lalkar.org www.redyouth.org Telegram: t.me/thecommunists Twitter: twitter.com/cpgbml Soundcloud: @proletarianradio Rumble: rumble.com/c/theCommunists Odysee: odysee.com/@proletariantv:2 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cpgbml Online Shop: https://shop.thecommunists.org/ Education Program: https://thecommunists.org/education-programme/ Each one teach one! www.londonworker.org/education-programme/ Join the struggle www.thecommunists.org/join/ Donate: www.thecommunists.org/donate/

In this episode of the Sumud Podcast, Dr. Ed Hasan sits down with activist and Global Sumud Flotilla Haitham Arafat to discuss his journey from Gaza to becoming a leading voice for justice and humanitarian advocacy. After losing more than 100 family members, Haitham shares the personal tragedies that changed the course of his life, leading him to leave behind a successful career and dedicate himself to raising awareness about the ongoing suffering of civilians. He recounts his experiences aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla, the international effort to challenge isolation and deliver aid, as well as the risks, sacrifices, and realities faced by those who participated. * Disclaimer: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence, torture, imprisonment, and abuse. Viewer and listener discretion is advised. A Palestinian American born in Gaza, Haitham Arafat has lost many members of his family to the Israeli illegal occupation and genocide. Haitham is a cyber security expert that decided to leave professional work and dedicate the rest of his life to stop the genocide and fight for human rights. Haitham has been very active protesting in the USA to expose Zionism and illegal weapon chain of supply to Israel, he joined the Global Sumud Flotilla to deliver humanitarian and medical aid to Gaza. Haitham was kidnapped in international waters and was tortured by Israelis.    In this conversation, we explore → Growing up in Gaza and the experiences that shaped Haitham's life → Losing over 100 family members, grief, and survivor's guilt → Leaving cybersecurity behind to become a full-time activist → The meaning of Sumud and the mission of the Global Sumud Flotilla → Life at sea, international solidarity, and multiple interceptions → Social media, independent reporting, and the importance of bearing witness → The humanitarian crisis, grassroots action, and a message of courage and dignity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory talks to Poet and teacher Mikey Cullen about his experience on the Global Sumud Flotilla, which attempted to break the siege of Gaza. He explains the illegal actions of Israel in kidnapping EU citizens in International waters, the violence they inflicted, and the hope and humanity the Flotilla carried. We also discuss why Ireland cannot play the Israel soccer match #Stopthegame CW: Listeners should note some of this maybe be triggering. For support contact the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre: https://www.drcc.ie/support/ The Jim O'Callaghan Humpty Dumpty podcast:https://www.patreon.com/tortoiseshack/posts/patron-exclusive-160993442 Support the Hind Rajab Centre:https://www.ionadhindrajab.org/

Content warning: This episode of Doin' Time contains audio descriptions and images and the name of a First Nations person who has died, graphic discussion of deaths in custody and massacres. Please donate to Doin Time, the target is $1000. You can donate here or call 9419 8377.Throughout the show the Doin' Time show paid tribute to First Nations warrior Uncle Ray Jackson. A segment from a past interview from the Doin Time show in the 1990s with Ray Jackson was played where he spoke about Aboriginal deaths in custody. The Doin' Time show also connected with Carolyn Jackson, daughter of Ray Jackson. Violet Coco, a Flotilla activist spoke about the need to donate to the Doin' Time show to help women in prison.David Glanz from the Refugee Action Collective spoke about refugees and asylum seekers. Rob Harrison from the Monday Breakfast show joined us and talked about the importance of donating to the Doin' Time show, to tackle ongoing genocide and colonisation. Rob, a past Doin' Time presenter joined the entire show as well.

Misinformation about history and current events can lead activists astray. What do you think is motivating the G*za Flotilla blockade breakers? PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://yishaifleisher.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YishaiFleisherTVSUPPORT & CONNECT:Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/yishaiFight4Israel: https://fight4israel.givecloud.coTwitter: https://twitter.com/YishaiFleisherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yishaifleisherFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/YishaiFleisherSupport the show

Israeli military forces captured the latest convoy of humanitarian aid ships sailing to Gaza with the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSM) between late April and mid-May. Activists who were imprisoned by Israel for days and eventually deported have reported harrowing treatment by their captors, including targeted torture, abuse, broken bones, unauthorized injections of undisclosed substances, and sexual violence by Israeli soldiers. We speak with a panel of freed GSM participants—Thiago Ávila, Catríona Graham, and Ariadne Telles—about what they saw and endured, and about the successes, defeats, and future of the movement to break Israel's siege on Gaza.Studio Production / Post Production: David HebdenBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

Hava Mendelle defies easy categorisation. Openly gay and proudly Jewish, she is a fifteen-year Australian Army veteran, emergency department nurse, published author, and co-founder of Minority Impact — a coalition of Australian minorities united in their opposition to Islamic radicalism and far-left extremism. She writes for The Spectator Australia, The Times of Israel, and The Jewish Independent, and has been making waves on social media for her unflinching commentary on antisemitism, the activist left, and the slow erosion of Australian national identity.In this conversation with Quillette's Zoe Sankey, Hava traces a remarkable personal journey — from an orthodox Jewish childhood and boarding school in Israel, to climate activism and Marxist study groups at university, to her current role as one of Australia's most clear-eyed critics of the movements she once moved in. They discuss the red-green alliance, the activists behind the Gaza flotilla, the radicalisation of the Australian Greens, why the United Nations deserves far more scepticism than it receives, and what October 7th changed — for Hava personally, and for Jewish Australians more broadly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Haitham Arafat, Palestinian American, cyber security consultant and engineer, born in Gaza and Global Sumud Flotilla activist joins us to share his experience in a boat crossing the Mediterranean and then captured, detained, and tortured by Israel. We have all seen bits and pieces of what the participants experienced in Israeli "concentration camps," however, Haitham shares his story of the collective torture perpetrated on the international humanitarians trying to bring aid to the people of Gaza. It was worse than we have heard and provides further evidence of the crimes being committed by the Israeli regime.

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Deze keer: de Europese reactie op de genocide in Gaza en het geweld op de Westerlijke Jordaanoever. Rob Jetten eiste als partijleider een harde rode lijn tegen Israël, maar uit zich als premier een stuk voorzichtiger. Genocide wil hij het niet meer noemen - en harde actie blijft nog altijd uit. Waarom? En hoe zit dat in de rest van Europa? Ondertussen zeggen de activisten van de Gaza-vloot Flotilla tijdens hun gevangenschap door het Israëlische leger te zijn verkracht en mishandeld. De internationale verontwaardiging is enorm. Gaat dit dan aanzetten tot Europese actie? En hoe pijnlijk is het dat er pas weer aandacht is voor Gaza als er Westerse slachtoffers zijn? Hajar en Stefan bespreken het met Lotfi el Hamidi, historicus en journalist voor o.a. de Groene Amsterdammer. In zijn boek ‘Stakkers en Wolven. In de schaduw van Gaza' vraagt hij zich af: wát is er nog over van de Westerse beschaving na Gaza? Oók checken we weer in bij Mariëlle Wijermars is hoofddocent Internet Governance aan de Universiteit van Maastricht, over het verbod op de Amerikaanse overname van DigiD. Smaakt dit naar meer? Tips en verwijzingen uit deze aflevering:  - Stefan tipt ‘A Line in the Sand' van James Barrhttps://www.devriesvanstockum.... - Lotfi tipt 'Exit West' van Mohsin Hamidhttps://www.bol.com/nl/nl/p/ex... - Kom naar de speciale avond van Café Europa met Joris Luyendijk op 22 juni  Hajar Yagkoubi is presentator en spreker, o.a. bij NPO radio 1 en Eva Stefan de Vries is Europa-verslaggever voor o.a. Pauw & de Wit, BNR, Haagsch College en vaste duider voor Café Europa Lotfi El Hamidi, historicus en journalist voor o.a. de Groene Amsterdammer en eerder het NRC, en schrijver van oa het boek ‘Stakkers en Wolven. In de schaduw van Gaza' Mariëlle Wijermars is hoofddocent Internet Governance aan de Universiteit van Maastricht De podcast Café Europa is een initiatief van Haagsch College en Studio Europa Maastricht Deze podcast wordt mede mogelijk gemaakt door Nieuwspoort.

His week that was – Kevin Healy Part 2 of Michael Shaik's journey for Palestine The threats BDS face in Australia from the Albanese government with retired QC Paul Heywood-Smith The Gaza flotilla and the Australian media and government reaction with Professor Emeritus Stuart Rees Senior lecturer at RMIT university Binoy Kampmark looks back at the life of Ted Turner and CNN and the FIFA world of corruption. Part 2 of the country profile of Caribbean island Dominica with Dr. Sasha Gillies-Lelakis 

The Global Sumud Flotilla, an international aid mission to Gaza, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters, with activists detained and ships redirected to Israeli ports. Human rights groups allege detainees faced abuse, including beatings, humiliation, denial of medical care, and sexual violence. During the latest interception, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir filmed himself taunting zip-tied detainees at the Port of Ashdod, prompting international condemnation. Joining us today on Arab Talk is environmental activist Violet Coco, one of eleven Australians aboard the flotilla. She says detainees suffered serious injuries and were denied essential medications while in custody.

Send us Fan MailThis is Understanding Israel Palestine. I'm Margot Patterson, the producer of this week's episode. 'll be talking to Robert Malley again, Mideast peace negotiator and author of the recent book Tomorrow is Yesterday: Life, Death and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine after news briefs.A yearlong Al Jazeera investigation found that as many as 51 countries armed Israel during its war on Gaza — including many that publicly condemned Israel, announced embargoes on weapons sales to the country, and demanded a ceasefire.These weapon transfers took place after the International Court of Justice warned on Jan. 26, 2024 that there was a plausible risk of genocide in Gaza and reminded states of of their obligations to act to prevent genocide under the Geneva Convention. All of the 51 states arming Israel were signatory to the convention, yet arms shipments to Israel actually increased after the warning. The Al Jazeera report was based primarily on an analysis of Israeli Tax Authority import data between 2022 and 2025. The 5 largest suppliers of military goods to Israel were the United States, India, Romania, Taiwan and the Czech Republic.A French activist shared on  live TV  what she experienced in Israeli detention after Israeli forces abducted members of the Global Summed Flottilla seeking to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza. The 428 activists on 54 boats were intercepted May 19th in international waters  and taken  to Israel where their mistreatment in Israeli custody stirred international outcry after National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted a video showing him taunting blindfolded, bound activists. On French TVMay 23, Merriam Hadjal said she was slapped, beaten, kneed in the ribs and repeatedly groped and sexually assaulted by multiple Israeli soldiers. Hadjal is one of numerous flotilla activists who have  come forward alleging sexual violence in Israeli custody, including claims of sexual assault and rape by Israeli soldiers. Flotilla organizers say at least 15 of the detained activists reported sexual assault.Israel conducted more than 120 air strikes on southern and eastern Lebanon on May 26, after IPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will escalete  its  war on the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah.The  entire city of Tyre, and at least 10  southern villages in Lebanon have been ordered to evacuate. The expanding war violates  a nominal April 16 ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel and threatens to complicate negotiations between Iran and the U.S. IIran has said any agreement to end the war should end hostilities on all fronts, including Lebanon. Since March 2,  at least 32oo  have been killed in Lebanon and 9700 wounded. More than 1 million people in Lebanonhave been displaced.My guest today is Robert Malley,  a Middle East expert and specialist in conflict negotiation.. He served as Special Assistant to President Clinton for Arab-Israeli affairs from 1998-2001 and was among the peace negotiators at the Camp David Summit of 2000. He was a member of the National Security Council during the the Obama administration and  was lead negotiator of the Iran nuclear deal. He was President Biden's envoy to Iran and is now at Yale University's Jackson School of Global Affairs. His book,  Tomorrow is Yesterday: Life, Death and the Pursuit of Peace in Israel/Palestine, was co-authored with Hussein Agha and looks at how the Oslo Accords deteriorated into an endless peace process that became a joke and then a fraud. This is the second of a two-part conversation. The first part aired May 15. You can find it on our program page on the KKFI website at www. kkfi.org or listen to it on our podcast available on most streaming platforms. Robert Malley, thanks for coming on the program again. When we spoke earlier, you talked about how the two-state solution has always been more popular with the international community than with either Israelis or Palestinians. That made it a heavy lift from the get-go. Not impossible, but difficult.In your book, you paint a very honest, nuanced picture of Yasser Arafat, who succeeded in convincing Palestinians that a Palestinian state on 22% of historic Palestine was not a betrayal of their rights and aspirations but a worthy goal. Could you talk more about Arafat and how the very traits that enabled him to unify and lead the Palestinian people made him suspect in Israeli and American eyes? Malley: It's a great question because he is the target of such contradictory perceptions and images in the West. The fact that he never left his military garb, that he, sometimes insisted on carrying a gun, spoke in very militant terms, particularly when he spoke to his own audience, particularly when he spoke in Arabic. All of that convinced many Americans, and certainly a majority of Israelis, that he was somebody with whom ultimately a peace couldn't be made because he could never give up on the aspirations of being a fighter, a militant in their eyes, often a terrorist. Now, Palestinian eyes, those are the traits that made it possible for him to sell some compromises which otherwise would have been even more difficult to swallow. You just mentioned the principal one, which is that even though the fight that the Palestinians have waged from, 1948 onwards was not a fight for a state on 22% of historic Palestine, it was a fight for liberation of all the land. It was a fight for the return of the refugees. And so his efforts, which were to make the Palestinians view that compromise not as a defeat but as a triumph, not as surrender but as conquest, was in part due to the fact that he retained, in their eyes, precisely the image that the West and Israel found repugnant, which is the image of somebody who would not drop his gun, who would not trade in his military garb for a diplomatic outfit, who would not only speak in the diplomatic language, but in the language of a rebel, of a militant, of a revolutionary. In some ways, what made it possible for him to sell the compromise to his own people made it very difficult and sometimes impossible for other audiences, Israeli or Western, to believe a word he said. Q.: You note that Americans were very deferential to the political constraints facing different Israeli leaders, but ignored those affecting Palestinian leaders. That was true for Arafat, but also for Mahmoud Abbas, Arafat's successor and the man who has led the Palestinian Authority for umpteen years now. Abbas believed that nonviolence was the only way forward for the Palestinian cause and has lived that credo, but his efforts to advance statehood have gone nowhere. How did the United States unwittingly sabotage him? How do you think they failed him, and why haven't his efforts been able to go anyplace?Malley:  A word on your first point. The U.S. identifies much more closely with Israel; they are more familiar with its political system. We could debate how much a democracy it is, since today the majority of the people living under Israeli governance, half of the people, don't have the same rights as others and a large percentage, the Palestinians living in the West Bank and Gaza, have no political rights at all when it comes to Israel's political system. So you could debate how democratic Israel, is, but certainly from an American perspective, it's a system that runs through parliamentary elections an election system that we can understand with regular polling and regular elections. The Palestinian system is a very different one, and I think in the eyes of many Americans, and this doesn't just apply to the Palestinians, it applies to many other countries, and particularly many Arab countries, they view it as more of a one-man show, in the past, the one-man show of Arafat, then the one-man show of Abbas, in which they believe that even though sometimes there are the accoutrements of democracy, the elections don't mean all that much. The system can be run in a more autocratic way by the supreme leader, in this case the head of the PLO, Palestine Liberation Organization, head of Fatah, the main party, the head of the Palestinian Authority. They believe that Palestinian politics don't matter, that ultimately because they project this image of a system that is run by a single person or by a small group of people, that they can impose whatever they want on their own population. Public opinion doesn't really matter. You hear that when people speak about Saudi Arabia, when they speak about Egypt, when they speak about many of these countries that either are not democratic or don't have a form of democracy that the U.S .is accustomed to. Whereas in fact, it doesn't work that way at all. Precisely because the Palestinian leadership doesn't have, and Arafat didn't have, those regular mechanisms in which his authority could be validated at the polls, in which you had democratic institutions that would legitimize his rule, he was very dependent on a popular form of consensus for his decision-making, and he couldn't afford to stray too far away from that core center of gravity, that consensus, because then he would have no legitimacy at all. And that's been true of one Palestinian leader after another. I think there is this misperception that because Israel is more, quote-unquote, "democratic," we need to pay attention and sometimes excessive attention. I can't tell you how many times I heard American officials for whom I was working saying, "We can't do X or Y or Z because it will imperil the coalition in power because of the democratic institutions and processes that Israel has to go through." I never heard that when it came to the Palestinians. It was, if Arafat wants it, Arafat could get it. If the next leadership would want it, it could get it. If the next leadership would

A US-Iran deal appears to be taking shape — and Israel isn't in the room. As diplomatic back-channels buzz and American strikes on Iran continue under a ceasefire that apparently requires bombing to maintain, Netanyahu finds himself watching from the outside: no seat at the table, no answers on the nuclear file, no movement on proxies. Meanwhile, two hostage parents — whose sons were held in Gaza at the same time — are entering Israeli politics from opposite ends of the spectrum, a story that says more about where the country is heading than any poll. Plus: the Caroline Glick appointment, the Israel Solidarity Parade in New York, antisemitism in London's British Museum, and a Chutzpah award for a congressman whose concession speech managed to be both funny and deeply troubling. This week's Mensch of the Week will leave you wanting to move to Tel Aviv. Note: The name of the Republican congressman challenged by Dan Bilzerian in Florida is, in fact, Randy Fine. Watch us on Youtube: https://youtu.be/HB5rkBNCeEY

Shockwaves shook the world when Israel's Security Forces led by Itamar Ben Gvir (Minister of Security) confronted the Flotilla trying to run Israel's Naval Blockade - But Why? PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://yishaifleisher.com/podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/YishaiFleisherTVSUPPORT & CONNECT:Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/yishaiFight4Israel: https://fight4israel.givecloud.coTwitter: https://twitter.com/YishaiFleisherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yishaifleisherFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/YishaiFleisherSupport the show

The US military is striking Iran and Israel has ramped up its attacks in southern Lebanon. Is there really a chance of a peace deal? And does the Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu even want one as he faces an election within months. Today, Dov Waxman, professor of Israel studies at UCLA on Netanyahu's political future. Featured: Dov Waxman, Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation Chair of Israel Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles

This week's show features stories from NHK Japan, France 24, Radio Deutsche-Welle, and Radio Havana Cuba. http://youthspeaksout.net/swr260529.mp3 (29:00) From JAPAN- In addition to subsidies on gasoline, the Japanese government will now help with home energy bills. Another Japanese vessel carrying liquified natural gas passed through the Strait of Hormuz. Russia warned Ukraine that it would increase attacks on Kiev in retaliation for a drone raid that killed 21 in a student dormitory in a Russian controlled region. Pope Leo 14th issued an encyclical about the military use of Artificial Intelligence. The wars on Iran and the Middle East are damaging the environment at a time when climate change is negatively impacting weather. UNEP is the United Nations Environment Programme, which attempts to help member states with climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. These are excerpts from an interview with Inger Andersen, the Executive Director of UNEP. From FRANCE- Europe is experiencing extreme heat, setting new high records for May in France, Ireland, the UK and Portugal. Israel is expanding operations with continued bombing in southern Lebanon. From GERMANY- The video that the Israeli National Security Minister, Ben Gvir, posted showing the abuse of those arrested from the aid flotilla headed to Gaza continues to be in the news. Italy called for Gvir to be sanctioned, and several European countries barred him from entry. Sven Kuhn von Burgsdorff is the former EU envoy to Palestine. In this excerpted interview he says the actions shown in the video are typical of how Israeli troops have been treating Palestinians for years. Netanyahu criticized Gvir but Sven says that is all a charade, the two are on the same page. He also points out that Netanyahu is worried that Trump might want to stop the military attacks in Iran which could cause a problem for Bibi in the upcoming election. Sven suggests father reaching sanctions, prosecuting war criminals, and the EU banning arms exports to Israel. From CUBA- To counteract the US blockade of Cuba, China announced a new aid package including 60,000 tons of rice and large economic support, while urging the US to immediately cease the blockade. Mexican President Sheinbaum publicly questioned the intention of filing charges against former Cuban President Raul Castro. Available in 3 forms- (new) HIGHEST QUALITY (160kb)(33MB), broadcast quality (13MB), and quickdownload or streaming form (6MB) (28:59) Links at outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml PODCAST!!!- https://feed.podbean.com/outFarpress/feed.xml (160kb Highest Quality) Website Page- < http://www.outfarpress.com/shortwave.shtml ¡FurthuR! Dan Roberts "Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose that response. In our response lies our growth and freedom." --Viktor Frankl Dan Roberts Shortwave Report- www.outfarpress.com YouthSpeaksOut!- www.youthspeaksout.net

After Israeli minister Ben-Gvir posts a video of the inhumane treatment of detained protestors, Canada joins the global condemnation of Israel's treatment of Gaza flotilla participants, including 12 Canadians. Rahim Mohamed of the National Post joins Jesse Brown to discuss why Jewish Canadians are reluctant to voice their criticism of Israel, and what's left out of the coverage of the Gaza flotilla. Host: Jesse BrownCredits: James Nicholson (Producer), Kallan Lyons (Associate Producer and Fact Checking), Caleb Thompson (Mixing and Mastering), max collins (Director of Audio), Jesse Brown (Editor)Guest: Rahim MohamedFurther reading: Israel's treatment of detained Gaza flotilla members is 'abominable,' Carney says | CBC News Flotilla organizer confirms identities of 12 Canadians detained by Israel - CTV News Video showing far-right Israeli minister taunting Gaza flotilla activists sparks global outcry | CNNI was Canada's ambassador to Israel. Its reaction to the flotilla is undermining its own case - Toronto StarSask. separatists buoyed by Alberta referendum plan | CBC News The Online Streaming Act Bill Comes Due: Why the CRTC's Latest Ruling Guarantees Years of Trade and Legal Battles - Michael Geist Sponsors:Fizz: Visit fizz.ca and activate a first plan using the referral code CAN40 to get 40$ off and 10GB of free data.Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.caTaskrabbit: Get fifteen dollars off your first task RIGHT NOW with promo code CANADALAND at Taskrabbit.ca or with the Taskrabbit app If you value this podcast, Support us! It's our biggest sale of the year! Save 80% on a Canadaland subscription and become a supporter for only $2/month. You'll get all of our podcasts ad-free, free access to our live events, and much, much more. What are you waiting for? Go to canadaland.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Earlier this week, 12 Canadians returned home from Turkey after their Gaza-bound flotilla was intercepted by Israeli guards. Video posted by Israel's National Defence Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, showed hundreds of activists handcuffed, kneeled with their heads touching the ground, as he taunted them after being arrested. The footage sparked wide-spread backlash and condemnation, including from Israel's Prime Minister, as well as Prime Minister Mark Carney. Host Maria Kestane speaks to Jon Allen, the former Canadian ambassador to Israel and a senior fellow at the Bill Graham Centre for Contemporary International History at the University of Toronto. They discuss how Israel is interpreting Ben-Gvir's post, what more Canada should do to show support for the dozen flotilla activists, and where the Canadian-Israeli relationship goes from here. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us:Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

 * Neoliberalism - the superhighway to neo-fascism* Flotilla detainees - Israeli fascist state shows its true colours* Rinehart Murdoch throw their support behind Divided Nation* Welcome to Reconciliation Week* Public Housing mass rally* Parliamentary democracy, not democracy, is on the nose

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00:08 — Mark Joseph Stern is a legal analyst who covers courts and the law for Slate. He is also co-host of the Amicus podcast.  00:33 — Yue Stella Yu covers politics for CalMatters, with a particular focus on campaigns, elections and voters. 00:45 — Gregory Terry is an Oakland resident who participated in the the Global Sumud Flotilla that was intercepted by Israeli forces on the way to Gaza. He is joined by his mother Laura Torino.  The post Supreme Court Home Stretch; Plus, Primary Elections Coverage; And, Bay Area Participants of Global Sumud Flotilla Intercepted and Detained by Israeli Forces appeared first on KPFA.

Plus: Day two of the annual western premiers conference, efforts to combat Canadian wildfires, and a South Korean navy submarine is docked in B.C. We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca  Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called for an independent investigation into the treatment of civilians aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, including Canadian citizens.

For decades, much of the United States media adopted Washington's framing of US conflicts in the Middle East. But the US-Israel war against Iran is defying that trend. US news outlets are increasingly challenging President Donald Trump on his declarations of victory and absence of a clear strategy. Meanwhile, Iran's military remains operational, Tehran retains control of the Strait of Hormuz and fears are mounting that the disruption to global energy supplies will drag on. Contributors:  Mohamad Elmasry - professor of media studies, Doha Institute for Graduate Studies Negar Mortazavi - host, Iran Podcast Maral Karimi - lecturer, Toronto Metropolitan University Sultan Barakat - senior professor in public policy, Hamad Bin Khalifa University On our radar Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign trips are usually tightly choreographed affairs. But his trip to Norway did not go according to plan when a journalist named Helle Lyng asked him an unscripted question. Lyng was later criticised by Indian news outlets for that exchange. Norway's news media also came under fire after the country's largest newspaper published an orientalist caricature of Modi. Tariq Nafi has been following the story. The dark side of Kenya's digital age Kenya is the tech hub of East Africa and has built a thriving digital economy. But alongside that growth has come an expanding surveillance apparatus. After antigovernment protests in 2024, President William Ruto's administration is accused of intensifying its monitoring of civilians. Critics say the government is trying to quell online dissent before it reaches the streets. Nicholas Muirhead reports on how surveillance tools designed to combat "terrorism" are being turned on Kenya's citizens. Featuring: Victor Ndede - Amnesty International Nanjala Nyabola - author, Digital Democracy Thomas Mukhwana - investigative journalist, Africa Uncensored

Boletín de noticias lunes 25/05/2026: Posible formación de un nuevo partido político a partir de los llamados 'teal independents'. Escenas emotivas en el regreso a Sídney de los australianos de la Flotilla detenidos por Israel. Crece el descontento en España tras el caso abierto por corrupción al expresidente, José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero.

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A gas explosion at a coal mine in China has killed at least 90 people, with more still missing. Reuters has uncovered that a Trump administration adviser explored a plan to ban voting machines used in more than half of U.S. states. Freed flotilla activists allege torture and sexual violence in Israeli custody; Israel denies the claims. Plus, Finland's bomb shelters draw global attention  Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.  Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.  You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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There has been international condemnation of Israel's treatment of pro-Palestinian activists who were on board a Gaza-bound aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli naval forces. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video showing himself taunting activists kneeling with their hands tied behind their backs. Also, Iranian state media is reporting that Pakistan's military chief is visiting Tehran later today in a bid to mediate peace efforts between Iran and the United States. The Justice Department in the Philippines has ordered the arrest of a senator, Ronald Dela Rosa, wanted by the International Criminal Court in connection with the country's war on drugs. Air France and Airbus have been found guilty of manslaughter over a 2009 plane crash which killed 228 people. In India, a satirical political collective themed around cockroaches - the Cockroach Janta Party - has attracted millions of online followers. NASA is set to launch a new space telescope, Roman, that it says will be able to capture images of vast tracts of the universe. A village in Ghana has been holding its own celebrations to mark the victory of Aston Villa Football Club in the Europa League.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

There has been international condemnation of Israel's treatment of pro-Palestinian activists who were on board a Gaza-bound aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli naval forces. Also on the programme: the first case of Ebola has been announced in the rebel-held territory in eastern Congo; and an online political group in India called The Cockroach Janta Party ‌has amassed nearly 15 million followers on Instagram in less than a week.(Photo: Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, aiming to reach Gaza and break Israel's naval blockade, gather at a port before their departure in the southern Turkish resort of Marmaris, Turkey on May 14, 2026. Credit: Reuters)

This week Jonathan is in celebratory mode—and no, it's not only because it's the festival of Shavuot, but because his beloved Arsenal finally won the Premier League, sparking a spontaneous tribal gathering of ‘marauding revellers' in North London. Meanwhile, Yonit and Jonathan unpack the volatile situation with Iran, and ask where President Trump's vague threats of a renewed strike are heading. Then, it's wall-to-wall condemnation for National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, whose grotesque 56-second video taunting Gaza flotilla detainees was a nightmare for Israel's defenders especially. And Jonathan describes his visit to the Nova exhibition in London, which offers a powerful, heart-rending glimpse of the human faces of the October 7th massacre and the shocking refusal of much of the world to look directly at what happened on that day. Plus: a musical mensch for the ages. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRENGUF2AAI   ⏱ CHAPTERS: [00:00] Shavuot: Celebrating the Unsung Holiday  [09:20] Iran's Threats and Trump's Unpredictability [17:00] Israeli Politics: Elections and Coalition Dynamics [23:12] Ben-Gvir's Controversial Video: A PR Nightmare for Israel  [29:15] The Political Landscape in Israel [39:02] The Impact of the Nova Exhibition [45:30] Chutzpah and Mench  

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The U.S. indicts former Cuban leader Raul Castro on murder charges. Iran is charging ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint – sometimes including fees for safe passage. Israel's parliament votes to dissolve itself pushing the country closer to a snap election Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could lose, while a video of his far-right police minister Itamar Ben Gvir taunting flotilla activists on their knees with their hands zip-tied behind their backs, sparks international outrage. And Stephen Colbert signs off, ending the Late Show's 33-year history. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

War with Iran. Is it back on? Israeli Elections.. Are they being pushed up? Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir is under fire for dealing with Flotilla advocates recklessly and inappropriately and then … posting about it. Get caught up with Shanna Fuld and Political Analyst Benyamin Moalem. Then! A Torah Thought for Shavuot by Rabbi Yossi Madvig of Oswego, New York. PodSnacks.com Code:EXJ67Israel Daily News website: https://israeldailynews.orgYOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@israeldailynews?si=UFQjC_iuL13V7tyQIsrael Daily News Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shannafuldSupport our Wartime News Coverage: https://www.gofundme.com/f/independent-journalist-covering-israels-warLinks to all things IDN:⁠ https://linktr.ee/israeldailynews⁠

E ancora: Congo, familiari di una vittima di Ebola danno alle fiamme un centro di cura: volevano il corpo per celebrare un funerale tradizionale; Sport, Giro d'Italia, 12esima tappa al belga Segaerts.

Inoltre: il premier del NSW Chris Minns critica la riforma fiscale del governo federale; il primo ministro indiano Narendra Modi in visita in Italia; nello sport: l'Aston Villa vince l'Europa League e Jonhatan Narvaes si impone nell'undicesima tappa del Giro d'Italia.

Le immagini diffuse dal ministro israeliano Itamar Ben-Gvir dopo l'intercettazione della flottiglia diretta a Gaza hanno provocato dure reazioni internazionali. Il governo italiano e la ministra degli Esteri australiana Penny Wong hanno condannato il trattamento riservato agli attivisti.Seguici su Facebook e Instagram o abbonati ai nostri podcast cliccando qui.

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Inoltre: la Reserve Bank dice che un prolungato conflitto in Medio Oriente avrebbe effetti negativi sull'economia australiana; il vice presidente americano JD Vance dice che Stati Uniti e Iran sono vicini a raggiungere un accordo sul nucleare; nelle Maldive recuperati i corpi di due sub morti durante un'immersione; nello sport: Filippo Ganna vince la decima tappa del Giro d'Italia.

What is it actually like on board a flotilla to Gaza, knowing you'll likely be targeted and imprisoned? Until now, it's a story that's been told mostly in fragments, one vertical video at a time. This is the inside story of what it is like on the Global Sumud Flotilla: the drone attacks, the safety drills, the calls home, and the Palestinians in Gaza waiting to see if civilians can break a siege backed by a superpower. This episode is part of a three-part documentary series, The Flotillas, by The Take and AJ+. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

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Support Green and Red Podcast and get the latest at https://www.patreon.com/greenredpodcast.In our latest, Scott talks with writer and Flotilla participant Zukiswa Wanner about the Global Salmud Flotilla. They talk about the detention, torture and deportation of two flotilla activists Saif Abukeshek and Thiago Avila. They also discussed her trip to the West Bank in early in 2023 , her experiences last October when she joined the flotilla bound for Gaza, her time on a boat and in an Israeli jail. And finally, they talked about South Africans joining the Israeli Occupation Forces and South African organizing against genocide and apartheid in Palestine.Guest Bio//Zukiswa Wanner (@zakiswa.wanner) is an award winning South African writer and journalist. Her latest book is Flotilla: A Journey of Conscience about her participation in the Gaza flotilla last year. In 2025, Wanner was among four South Africans – the others being Nkosi Zwelivelile Mandela (grandson of Nelson Mandela), Reaaz Moolla and Dr Fatima Hendricks – sailing with the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSP) international maritime initiative with a mission to break the blockade of the Gaza Strip, who were detained by the Israeli special forces when the humanitarian fleet was intercepted on 1 October.She is now on the South African steering committee of the flotilla effort.  -----------------Outro// "Green and Red Blues" by MoodyLinks//

6/16: Malcolm Hoenlein and Thaddeus McCotter warn that Iran is running out of oil storage, potentially forcing a production halt. Hoenlein characterizes the recent Gaza flotilla as a failed PR stunt carrying no aid.

Last fall, hundreds of activists from all over the world crowded onto several dozen boats and set sail for Gaza. Their goal: Break through Israel's blockade of the territory and end one of the worst humanitarian crises on the planet. They thought that by sharing their journey through social media, they could capture the world's attention. At first, it was easy to dismiss the Global Sumud Flotilla—until it wasn't. Before reaching Gaza, the flotilla was attacked by drones, and activists were arrested by the Israeli navy. “We were at gunpoint; like, you could see the laser on our chest,” says flotilla participant Louna Sbou.  They were then sent to a high-security prison in the middle of the Negev desert.“You have no control, you have no information, and you have no rights,” says Carsie Blanton, another participant. “They could do whatever they want to you.”This week on Reveal, as a new flotilla recently set sail for Gaza, we're bringing back our story about the Global Sumud Flotilla from last fall for a firsthand look at what activists faced on their journey and whether their efforts made any difference. This is an update of an episode that first aired in December 2025.  Support Reveal's journalism at Revealnews.org/donatenow Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get the scoop on new episodes at Revealnews.org/weekly Connect with us on Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices