Activists globally are gearing up for the Global March to Gaza, aimed at breaking Israel's blockade on the Palestinian territory. However, Egyptian authorities have reacted by detaining and deporting dozens of pro-Palestinian activists, primarily from Europe, at Cairo airport and hotels. Over three dozen activists have been deported within two days, with reports of 73 foreign nationals on one flight alone. Saif Abukeshek of the Global March highlighted that more than 200 individuals had faced questioning. Meanwhile, plainclothes officers have conducted searches, raising concerns about repression against activists.
Activists from around the globe are determined to march towards Gaza to advocate for the end of Israel's blockade, emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid access.
Egyptian authorities have aggressively detained numerous foreign activists arriving in Cairo to participate in the Global March to Gaza, citing lack of proper authorizations.
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