Portuguese Activists Expose Abuse and Forgery After Israeli Detention—What Are U.S. Allies Overlooking?

When four Portuguese activists returned home after being expelled from Israel following their participation in the Global Sumud flotilla, their stories exposed a troubling pattern that demands America’s attention. These activists allege they faced physical abuse and had their signatures forged on documents they refused to sign—a stark reminder of overlooked human rights concerns involving our key allies. Is Justice Compromised Under the Guise of Security? Mariana Mortágua, leader of Portugal’s Bloco de Esquerda party and one of the deported activists, described experiences that go beyond mere detention. According to Mortágua, some detainees were beaten, held in overcrowded cells for...