Over the weekend, it was reported that 23 Malaysian activists and influential figures detained by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have been deported to Turkiye.

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The group was part of the Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) humanitarian mission and was reportedly intercepted by the IDF while en route to deliver much-needed aid to war-torn Gaza.

Also detained during the same mission were activists from multiple countries, including Greta Thunberg, a well-known Swedish activist, and Nelson Mandela's grandson.

2 Malaysians hospitalised in Turkiye after suffering injuries during detention

According to a report by NST, Centre for Human Rights Research and Advocacy (Centhra) lawyer Fahmi Abd Moin confirmed that Ardell Aryana and Haikal Abdullah were subjected to torture by the Zionist regime during their detention.

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Fahmi stated that Ardell experienced low blood pressure following the interception of the vessel she was aboard. The actress and activist also reportedly had her hair pulled and was punched in the face while in detention.

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Meanwhile, fellow activist Haikal claimed that his hand was stepped on by IDF soldiers, resulting in injuries to multiple fingers that required further treatment.

“Several other Malaysian activists, including PU Rahmat, Heliza, and Hazwani Helmi, were also subjected to similar treatment. However, the others are in good health after undergoing medical check-ups upon their arrival in Turkiye yesterday,” Fahmi added.

Centhra will be recording statements from all Malaysian activists regarding the brutality they faced once they return home.

“These statements will include their experiences on board the ship, during detention, and until their release from Ketziot Prison. A chronology of the torture and inhumane treatment will be documented."

"If sufficient evidence is found, we plan to file a complaint with the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to exert pressure on Israel,” he added.

Ardell's husband shares update

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In a post on Threads, Ardell Aryana’s husband, Nadzmi Adhwa, recently expressed his anger over the cruel treatment of his wife by IDF soldiers.

He also shared that, aside from bruises, Ardell suffered a torn shoulder tissue after being assaulted.

According to Nadzmi, he speculated that his wife was treated harshly because she was one of the most prominent activists involved in the humanitarian mission.

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