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Greta Thunberg was detained by Israeli authorities during a Gaza flotilla protest, where she alleges she was subjected to physical and psychological abuse, including humiliation, mistreatment, and neglect, before being deported after five days. Israeli officials deny the allegations, stating her rights were upheld.
A Californian and other activists involved in a Gaza-bound flotilla carrying humanitarian aid were detained by Israel, with some, including Adler, being deported to Jordan after allegations of abuse and delayed U.S. government response. The flotilla aimed to break the Gaza blockade amid ongoing conflict, drawing international attention and criticism.
Greta Thunberg was detained by Israeli forces during a Gaza aid flotilla, reportedly subjected to harsh conditions, forced to hold flags for photographs, and denied proper legal and humanitarian treatment, sparking international concern.
Turkey announced that 137 Gaza flotilla activists, including Turkish nationals and citizens from various countries, are being flown to Istanbul after being detained by Israel for attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. The incident has drawn international condemnation, with some activists alleging rights abuses during detention. Israel claims the flotilla was a provocation and is expediting deportations amid diplomatic tensions.
US intelligence officials allege that Israeli forces ordered drone strikes from a submarine on Gaza flotilla ships docked in Tunisia, causing fires and raising international law concerns, amid ongoing tensions and protests involving activists like Greta Thunberg.
Hundreds of thousands of Italians participated in a nationwide strike and protests supporting a Gaza aid flotilla intercepted by Israel, with demonstrations across over 100 cities, causing disruptions and political controversy.
Israeli navy intercepted most of the vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was attempting to break the Gaza blockade and deliver humanitarian aid, detaining dozens of activists including Greta Thunberg. The operation drew international condemnation, with some countries calling it a violation of international law, while Israel justified the actions as a security measure.
Israel intercepted the Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla, prompting widespread international criticism and protests across multiple countries, with leaders condemning the action as a violation of international law and calling for the release of detained activists and safe passage for aid.
Italy announced it will cease tracking the international Gaza flotilla, which aims to break Israel's blockade of Gaza, as it nears its destination, with activists on board prepared for potential Israeli interception and violence.
Italy experienced a massive, diverse nationwide strike on September 22, 2025, in response to the attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza, involving sectors from logistics to education, and supported by various groups, as part of a broader movement against war and militarism.
A 40-vessel Gaza-bound flotilla resumed its journey from Crete after a two-day pause, with Italian and Spanish naval ships nearby to monitor and support its passage amid tensions and recent attacks, aiming to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza.
Israel plans to intercept and potentially seize or sink vessels of the Global Sumud Flotilla attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, with negotiations failing and the ships under military and international scrutiny.
Spain and Italy are deploying naval ships to protect aid flotillas heading to Gaza amid ongoing conflicts, while Israel continues military strikes in Gaza and Yemen, and Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas addresses the UN via video after being denied a visa. At least 17 people have been killed in Gaza strikes, and tensions remain high in the region.
The Gaza aid flotilla, part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, faces internal conflicts over the involvement of LGBTQ+ activists and strategic disagreements, with some activists withdrawing or being removed from leadership, amid accusations of propaganda and efforts to discredit the flotilla.
Greta Thunberg was removed from the leadership of the Global Sumud Flotilla amid internal disagreements and communication challenges during its mission to breach the Gaza naval blockade, with the flotilla facing weather, logistical, and strategic issues.