Turkey asks Interpol to issue red notice for Israeli PM Netanyahu
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Turkey's Justice Ministry has asked Interpol to issue a red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over alleged genocide and crimes against humanity. Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said the request stems from an ongoing criminal case over the May interception of the Sumud humanitarian flotilla bound for Gaza. The move comes as a trial of 35 defendants, including Netanyahu, continues in Istanbul.
Key Facts
- Turkey's Justice Ministry filed the Interpol request as part of the criminal case over the May interception of the Sumud flotilla.
- Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said Netanyahu is accused of genocide and crimes against humanity.
- A trial of 35 defendants, including Netanyahu, is ongoing in Istanbul over the incident in international waters.
- In May, Israeli forces detained 50 vessels of the Sumud flotilla in international waters and expelled them to Turkey.
- At least 15 activists reported sexualized violence after detention, according to the flotilla organizers; Israel's prison service denied the allegations.
Interpol Request
Turkey's Justice Ministry asked Interpol to issue a red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Justice Minister Akin Gurlek said the request was filed as part of the ongoing criminal prosecution over the attack on activists of the Sumud International Flotilla delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. Netanyahu is accused of genocide and crimes against humanity. Gurlek stated that Turkey categorically rejects the position that Netanyahu's administration, which conducts a policy of genocide in Gaza, enjoys immunity and cannot be held accountable. He added that Turkey intends to fully use all means provided by national and international law to bring those responsible to justice.
Flotilla Incident
In May, Israeli forces detained 50 vessels of the Sumud International Flotilla in international waters and expelled them to Turkey. Organizers of the humanitarian organization said activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza were subjected to cruel treatment after detention. According to their statement, at least 15 activists reported sexualized violence. Several people were hospitalized with injuries. Israel's prison service denied the allegations.
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Turkey asks Interpol to issue red notice for Israeli PM Netanyahu
