Israel Stops Gaza Aid Convoy with Greta Thunberg
Israeli authorities have intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was among those detained during the operation. The incident highlights ongoing tensions around aid delivery to the Palestinian territory.
Israel has stopped the Global Sumud Flotilla from reaching Gaza. The humanitarian aid convoy was attempting to deliver supplies to the Palestinian territory. Israeli authorities detained several activists and confirmed their safety.
Israel's Foreign Ministry posted footage showing Greta Thunberg sitting on a floor. The ministry stated the Swedish climate activist and her companions are safe and in good health. The incident occurred around 9 PM on Wednesday.
Lotta Eliason, a Gothenburg activist participating in the convoy, posted on Instagram during the incident. She wrote, 'We are here. We are strong. We will not give up. Palestine will be free.' In later posts, crew members can be heard being ordered to raise their hands by unidentified men.
The Global Sumud Flotilla had been traveling across the Mediterranean for several weeks. Their primary goal was delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza. They also aimed to highlight the situation of Gaza residents during Israel's war with Hamas.
Thunberg was reportedly aboard the vessel Alma. The organization listed this boat as intercepted on their website. Gothenburg is Sweden's second-largest city located on its west coast.
This confrontation shows the ongoing tensions around humanitarian access to Gaza. Both sides appear determined to advance their positions through direct action.