Israel — Israel Prison Service & Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service denied all allegations of abuse, torture, and sexual assault, stating that detainees were held in accordance with the law and received medical care.

Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister, issued a rare public reprimand of Itamar Ben-Gvir's actions, calling them 'not in line with Israel's values', but supported the decision to intercept the flotilla.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service>>> denied allegations of abuse, contradicting accounts from activists and international condemnation.

Benjamin Netanyahu: Benjamin Netanyahu, as Prime Minister of Israel, instructed the deportation of activists and rebuked Itamar Ben-Gvir for his provocative actions, attempting to manage the international backlash while defending Israel's right to maintain the blockade.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service is specifically mentioned in the UN report as one of the Israeli authorities involved in alleged sexual violence against Palestinian detainees. This inclusion is a key factor in Israel's blacklisting and the resulting diplomatic tensions.

Benjamin Netanyahu: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the prosecution of Israeli soldiers as 'blood libel' and threatened to sue The New York Times for defamation, indicating his strong stance against accusations of sexual violence.