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Greta Thunberg Joins Larger Gaza Flotilla Departing Spain as Israel Vows to Enforce Blockade

Organizers say the voyage seeks to open a humanitarian corridor to deliver aid to Gaza.

Overview

  • Boats organized by the Global Sumud Flotilla are scheduled to sail from Barcelona on Sunday carrying humanitarian supplies.
  • Thunberg rejected Israeli accusations of antisemitism, saying her stance is about protecting civilians and upholding rights.
  • Israel’s military said it will enforce the Gaza naval blockade and is prepared for various scenarios under political directives.
  • The IDF said over two million tons of aid have entered Gaza since the war began, with roughly 300 trucks crossing daily in recent weeks.
  • Thunberg and other activists were detained and deported after a June attempt to reach Gaza, with some detainees facing legal proceedings in Israel according to French officials.