Greta Thunberg Among Activists Detained by Israel in Gaza Aid Mission

Israel intercepts aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg, sparking international outrage. On June 9, 2025, Israeli forces seized the Madleen, a ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. Among the activists onboard was climate activist Greta Thunberg. Footage from the incident shows activists being apprehended. Thunberg later stated, "If you see this video, we have been intercepted and kidnapped in international waters." The incident has drawn criticism from the UN and human rights groups, who call for the activists' release and an end to the blockade. Israel maintains the activists will be returned to their home countries. The incident underscores the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.