Summary
Greta Thunberg, a Swedish activist, is part of the Global Sumud Flotilla, consisting of 52 boats traveling to Gaza to deliver humanitarian aid. Thunberg denies claims that the flotilla is just for publicity, highlighting the risks involved and stating the mission's purpose is to help Gaza and send a message of support. The flotilla faced drone attacks, and despite challenges, continues its journey, arguing that Israel's restrictions affect aid delivery to Gaza.
Key Facts
- Greta Thunberg is on a flotilla of 52 boats, called the Global Sumud Flotilla, going to Gaza.
- The flotilla's goal is to bring humanitarian aid to the Palestinian territory.
- Israeli authorities criticize such efforts and have previously stopped similar attempts.
- There have been drone attacks on the flotilla near Tunisia and Crete.
- Spain and Italy sent naval ships to help the flotilla after the attacks.
- Thunberg and others were detained by Israel in June for attempting to breach its maritime blockade on Gaza.
- Thunberg says the mission aims to break what she calls Israel’s "illegal siege" on Gaza.
- Israeli officials have not commented on the drone attacks but stated they won't allow the flotilla's arrival.
