Israeli forces seize Gaza-bound boat and detain Greta Thunberg and other activists

By Jane Arraf

Climate activist Greta Thunberg, center, waits to board the Madleen boat, before setting sail for Gaza along with activists of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, departing from the Sicilian port of Catania, Italy, Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Israeli forces said they took command of the vessel at sea, detaining Swedish climate activist Thunberg and the rest of the crew.

(Image credit: Salvatore Cavalli)

Source:: https://www.npr.org/2025/06/09/nx-s1-5427962/israel-gaza-boat-greta-thunberg-detain