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Loved ones of arrested activists from New Zealand have raised alarms about poor conditions in Israeli detention, featuring limited availability to clean water and legal representation.

Flotilla Crew Members Face Expulsion

Over dozens of activists from multiple countries are prepared to be removed from Israel, including 28 people from France, 27 Greeks, 15 Italian nationals, and nine Swedes.

Loved One Testimonies of Harsh Situations

Samuel's father expressed grave apprehension about his son's circumstances, stating: "I'm deeply concerned about him, as he is held in a cell at this moment, in a restricted area packed with many other people... he has been without water and legal counsel."

Injuries and Treatment

The sister of another detainee mentioned that her sister had sustained an physical harm to her arm, though the relatives remained unclear about the details of how it took place.

"I'm just going to ask the government to react and secure the return of our dear ones home safe and in good health," the family member commented.

Official Reactions

New Zealand's ministry of foreign affairs released a declaration confirming that a consular partner in the region had visited the nationals and that ongoing help would be provided in the coming days.

Meanwhile, Israel's government officials has denied claims that some detainees were prevented from seeing their attorneys and stated that the due process rights of the individuals were being "entirely maintained."

Further Claims of Harsh Conditions

Advocacy groups representing the detained activists have alleged that some of those in detention have faced poor treatment and physical harm while in detention facilities.

• Refusal of medical care and necessary medicines
• Allegedly, a Muslim woman was compelled to remove her head covering
• Restricted access to essential items

Political Positions

The co-leader of the country's Green Party, the politician, told a press conference that the detained New Zealanders were working to establish a society "where our compassion truly means something."

At the same time, the diplomat the minister targeted political opponents of "faux moral outrage" and stated that members of the flotilla were "looking for publicity" and had been warned not to engage with the expedition.

The head of government Christopher Luxon stated to reporters that diplomats had conveyed "very strongly to the Israeli government" that the security of New Zealanders was essential.

However, the prime minister declined to criticize Israel's interception of the convoy because there were "viewpoints on each side."