Pakistan, May 10 -- Israel deported two international activists after detaining them aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla intercepted in international waters, according to officials. The deported individuals included Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian activist Thiago Avila, who were arrested while participating in a humanitarian mission. Moreover, the incident has renewed debate over maritime law and aid access to Gaza.

The activists were part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which departed from Spain on April 12 with the aim of delivering humanitarian assistance to Gaza amid an ongoing blockade. The flotilla reportedly sought to challenge restrictions imposed on maritime access to the enclave. Consequently, Israeli authorities inte...