Israel makes a mockery of human rights

Two boats loaded with tens of international activists entered Gaza in August in defiance of a deadly Israeli blockade on the coastal strip.

They later returned to Cyprus, but several were stranded in Gaza after the Israeli's prevented them from leaving on charges of illegal entry. One of the activists still in Gaza is Lauren Booth, the sister-in-law of former British prime minister Tony Blair.

The following is Press TV's exclusive interview with the British activist.

Press TV: Ms. Booth, [you are] still stuck in Gaza. Can you please explain your most recent efforts, especially quoting from the Press Association you mentioned that you are working with British diplomats at the 'highest levels'.

Booth: Well, the British consul, both in Gaza and Jerusalem (Al-Quds), the people charged with representing foreign nationals in this region with the exit visas to get home. As a British passport-holder who has committed no illegal acts here, I was able to presume that when I arrived by the boats, that I would be able to get home via Rafah which was open.

However, two weeks on, and the Egyptians have still not allowed me exit even during the times when the border has been opened for people with international passports. Interview