Activists on Board Greta Thunberg's "Madleen" Vessel Held by Israeli Authorities
Activists Led by Greta Thunberg, Returning from Gaza Flotilla, Headed Towards Their Homes (Israel) - Activists Led by Thunberg, Including Those from Gaza, Are Heading Back Home, Following Israel's Decision
Hey there! Here's a lowdown on the recent happenings surrounding Greta Thunberg and her fellow boat crewmates.
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, the backbone of the "Madleen" voyage, acknowledged that the entire crew had been handed over to the Israeli authorities. According to online buzz, they might be flying out of Tel Aviv tonight.
Israel's Foreign Ministry announced that the so-called "Selfie-Yacht" of the "Celebrities" had been moored in Israel following its interception by the Israeli navy. They also mentioned that the minimal humanitarian aid on board, which wasn't consumed by the celebrities, would be delivered to the Gaza Strip via official aid channels. A clip published by the ministry depicts the activists wearing bright orange life jackets.
The "Freedom Flotilla" ship set sail from Sicily towards the Gaza Strip about a week ago, with a mission to deliver humanitarian aid bypassing Israel's naval blockade. It's worth noting that Thunberg has been a consistent participant in pro-Palestinian protests.
Despite ongoing conflicts in the Gaza Strip, Israel has maintained a strict maritime blockade of the Palestinian territory since 2007. This security measure was implemented after Hamas took over power, and is supported by Egypt, its neighbor to the south. The aim is to thwart weapons supply to Hamas.
Now, about Greta and her buddies, Amnesty International has expressed concerns about their detention, arguing it breaches international law since the interception took place in international waters[1]. They've called for the crew's immediate and unconditional release, urging protection against any mistreatment. However, the specifics about their current detention status or updates on their release remain hazy from the available information.
In the realm of general news and politics, the detention of Greta Thunberg and other Gaza activists on board the "Madleen" vessel, led by the Israeli authorities, has sparked heated discussions, including allegations of breaching international law and concerns about their treatment. Also, this incident comes amidst a backdrop of war-and-conflicts, particularly the ongoing struggles in the Gaza Strip and Israel, with underlying issues in crime-and-justice as well.
