Greta Thunberg Detained: Israeli Forces Intercept Gaza-Bound Aid Ship

Gaza Aid Ship Intercepted: Greta Thunberg Among Those Detained On June 9th, 2025, Israeli forces intercepted an aid ship bound for Gaza, detaining several activists, including prominent climate activist Greta Thunberg. The incident occurred off the coast of Gaza, a region under blockade. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, organizing the aid mission, reported the interception and detention of all passengers. Videos circulating online show the activists aboard the vessel before and after the intervention. Greta Thunberg released a video appeal, urging her friends and family to pressure the Swedish government to secure her release. "I urge all my friends, family, and comrades to put pressure on the Swedish government to release me and the others as soon as possible," Thunberg stated in the video. Another activist aboard, whose name was not revealed in the video, stated, "Israel says they expect the passengers to return to their countries of origin." The video also showed communications being jammed during the interception. The Israeli government has yet to release an official statement fully explaining the reasons behind the interception. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the challenges faced by humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza.