Israel Deports Gaza Aid Flotilla Activists, Including Greta Thunberg

Interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla

• 🚢 The Israeli navy intercepted multiple vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was attempting to reach Gaza with aid.
• ⚖️ Israel stated that the mission was a "provocation" and that none of the vessels successfully breached its lawful naval blockade.
• 🌍 The flotilla included around 45 vessels and aimed to deliver aid to Gaza, where the UN reports famine.

Deportation of Activists

• ➡️ Israel announced its intention to deport pro-Palestinian activists who were on board the intercepted boats.
• 🗣️ The Israeli foreign ministry emphasized that the activists were attempting to enter an active combat zone.

Greta Thunberg's Involvement

• 🇸🇪 Swedish climate campaigner Greta Thunberg was among the activists on a vessel that was stopped.
• 📢 Thunberg recorded a message stating she had been abducted by Israeli forces and that their mission was nonviolent, calling for her government to demand her release.