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Tensions in Bilbao over arrival of Gaza flotilla activists
- Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla returned to Spain, sparking clashes at Bilbao airport with police as four people were arrested.
- Barcelona welcomed a second flotilla group without incident, as around 200 people greeted activists at the airport.
- The flotilla had been seized in international waters while heading to Gaza with humanitarian aid, triggering criticism over detention and treatment.
- France barred Itamar Ben Gvir from entering its territory, calling his actions unacceptable toward European citizens detained during the flotilla.
- Israel summoned a Spanish diplomat over videos showing violence by Spanish authorities during the flotilla interception.
- Spanish authorities faced international scrutiny as the Israeli minister was banned from entering France amid tensions over flotilla actions.
- Spanish diplomat was summoned in Israel for clarification on videos of violence during the flotilla events.
- The flotilla issue has generated ongoing diplomatic tensions between Israel, Spain, and other European nations.
- The Gaza flotilla controversy has drawn attention from UN and European leaders amid calls for accountability.
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