
Greta Thunberg Kidnapped en Route to Gaza: Urgent Appeal to Sweden
Greta Thunberg, a prominent climate activist, reported being intercepted and kidnapped in international waters while on a humanitarian mission to Gaza. The incident occurred while her ship, the Madleen, was carrying essential aid, including food, medicine, and children's goods, to Gaza. In a video statement, Thunberg stated, "We have been intercepted and kidnapped by the Israeli occupation forces or forces that support Israel." She appealed to the Swedish government for immediate intervention. The Freedom Flotilla, the NGO organizing the mission, confirmed the incident and reported that the ship was carrying only humanitarian aid and posed no threat. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the challenges faced by humanitarian organizations trying to deliver aid to Gaza. The Swedish government has yet to respond to Thunberg's appeal. The incident underscores the complex political and humanitarian situation surrounding Gaza.