Egypt's Violent Crackdown on Gaza-Bound Activists Sparks Outrage

Egyptian Authorities Forcefully Halt Gaza-Bound Activists On June 14th, 2025, a group of activists participating in the Global March for Gaza were violently stopped by Egyptian authorities near the Rafah border crossing. Eyewitness accounts, captured in a viral video, depict a scene of chaos and fear. Melanie Schweizer, a key organizer, describes the events: "We were sitting quietly, discussing our departure when suddenly several people stormed in, pushing and dragging people violently outside. They didn't give us time to grab our luggage." The video shows activists being forcefully boarded onto buses and transported back to Cairo. Schweizer's account, along with the visual evidence, highlights the forceful nature of the intervention and raises concerns about freedom of movement and the treatment of activists. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions in the region and the challenges faced by those advocating for Palestinian rights. While the full extent of injuries remains unclear, the video serves as a powerful testament to the risks faced by activists working in the area. The incident has sparked calls for international investigation into the actions of the Egyptian authorities.