Thunberg Deported After Attempted Gaza Aid Delivery: Calls for Activist Release

Greta Thunberg's Gaza Aid Mission Interrupted: Deportation and Call for Activist Release On June 10th, 2025, Greta Thunberg and a flotilla of activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza were intercepted by the Israeli Navy. The group, calling themselves the 'Freedom Flotilla,' was stopped well before reaching their destination. Upon arrival in Israel, the activists were shown graphic video footage of the October 7th attacks. According to a source close to the group, Greta Thunberg described the footage as a 'horror film' and refused to watch. Following this incident, Thunberg and the other activists were deported to France. Before heading back to Sweden, Thunberg addressed reporters, stating, "I am very much calling for their immediate release and calling for everyone who can to mobilize to their governments and other ways to demand their immediate release." Her statement highlights the ongoing tension in the region and the continued efforts of activists to provide aid to Gaza. The incident raises questions about the balance between humanitarian efforts and national security concerns. The Israeli government's actions have sparked debate, with supporters emphasizing the need to prevent potential disruptions and threats, while critics highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the importance of unhindered aid delivery. Thunberg's actions and words underscore the urgency of the situation and the ongoing need for international attention to the conflict.