Israeli Army's Humiliating Poses in Flotilla Raid Photos

Marco Belpoliti analyzes photographs released by the Israeli army after the assault on the humanitarian mission "Flotilla" boats. The images show detainees forced into a kneeling position with hands tied behind their backs, heads bowed to the ground. Belpoliti contrasts this posture with its traditional meanings of protection or prayer, noting that here it signifies humiliation. The photos avoid showing faces, only backs, preventing eye contact between soldiers and detainees. The piece reflects on the dehumanizing nature of such imagery.