Greta Thunberg 'Kidnapped' as Israeli Military Boards Gaza-Bound Aid Boat

International Incident: Israeli Military Boards Gaza-Bound Boat Carrying Greta Thunberg On June 9th, 2025, a significant incident unfolded in international waters off the coast of Gaza. The Israeli military reportedly boarded the Madleen, a charity boat carrying climate activist Greta Thunberg and a group of other activists. This action has sparked international attention and raised concerns about the ongoing blockade of Gaza. According to a video released by Thunberg, the activists claim they were "intercepted and kidnapped" by Israeli forces. In the video, Thunberg states, "If you see this video, we have been intercepted and kidnapped in international waters." This statement has been met with a response from Israeli authorities, who have yet to confirm the details of the incident. Israel's foreign ministry has downplayed the incident, referring to the vessel as a "selfie yacht." The Madleen had departed from Sicily a week earlier with twelve people onboard, aiming to break Israel's sea blockade and deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The activists were also seeking to raise awareness about the growing humanitarian crisis in the region. The incident underscores the complex and often volatile situation surrounding Gaza and Israel's ongoing policies. The incident has prompted calls for international investigation and a resolution to the ongoing conflict. The world watches to see how this situation will evolve and what impact it will have on the humanitarian situation in Gaza.