Israeli security minister's video of detainees sparks condemnation from US and German ambassadors

Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's security minister, posted a minute-long video showing security officers manhandling members of an international aid flotilla, drawing criticism from close allies.

The US ambassador to Israel said the video had 'betrayed [the] dignity of his nation,' while Germany's ambassador called it 'wholly unacceptable'—a rare public criticism from a European nation that maintains historic ties to Israel.

Germany stated it 'stands by Israel's side in deep friendship' even as the ambassadors' statements signal diplomatic tension over the minister's actions.