Key Facts
• On June 8, 2025, Israel ordered its military to block an aid ship.
• The ship carried activists, including Greta Thunberg, aiming to reach Gaza.
• Defense Minister Yoav Gallant called the activists “spokespeople for Hamas propaganda.”
• The ship was part of the “Freedom Flotilla,” opposing Israel’s blockade of Gaza.
• The group warned of potential Israeli interference and attacks via a statement on X.
• Passengers included individuals from Germany, France, Brazil, Turkey, Sweden, Spain, and the Netherlands.
• The group urged governments to protect their citizens aboard the ship.
Summary
Israel has directed its military to prevent an aid ship carrying activists, including Greta Thunberg, from reaching Gaza. The ship, organized by the international coalition “Freedom Flotilla,” opposes Israel’s blockade of Gaza. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant labeled the activists as “spokespeople for Hamas propaganda” and instructed them to turn back. The group issued a statement on X, warning of potential Israeli interference and requesting protection for passengers from various countries, including Germany, France, and Brazil. The situation highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Gaza’s blockade.
