Brazilian flotilla activist returns home, alleges torture during Israel detention

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Brazilian flotilla activist returns home, alleges torture during Israel detention

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A Brazilian activist, Thiago Avila, returned to Brazil after alleging torture during his detention in Israel. His claims highlight human rights issues in the context of Israeli-Palestinian relations.

By Lais Morais SAO PAULO, May 11 (Reuters) - Brazilian activist Thiago Avila returned to Sao Paulo on Monday following his detention and deportation from Israel, where he alleged he was tortured and witnessed abuses of Palestinian prisoners during 10 days in custody.

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