Gaza Aid Ship Raid: Thunberg Among Dozen Detained by Israeli Forces

Breaking News: Israeli Forces Raid Humanitarian Ship Bound for Gaza, Detaining Greta Thunberg and Others. On June 9, 2025, Israeli forces violently intercepted the Madleen, a humanitarian vessel carrying twelve activists to Gaza. Among the detained were Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg and French Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan. Video footage shows the chaotic scene as Israeli forces rammed the ship and forcibly boarded it. Before the attack, drones were observed dropping what are described as unidentified chemicals onto the vessel. 'It was terrifying,' recounted one activist who wished to remain anonymous, describing the moment the ship was attacked. 'We had no warning.' The incident has sparked international outrage, with calls for the immediate release of the activists and an investigation into the use of potentially harmful chemicals. The incident underscores the ongoing conflict and the challenges faced by humanitarian organizations trying to provide aid to Gaza.