Israel vows to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza / City News / Toronto
Sunday, June 8, 2025, 8:20 am
Israeli authorities have vowed to prevent a humanitarian vessel bearing activist Greta Thunberg from reaching Gaza, enforcing the long-standing blockade with renewed resolve. The action underscores the tension in the region as international observers watch with a mix of disbelief and weary exasperation.
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The war has destroyed vast areas of Gaza and displaced around 90 per cent of its population.
Israel says it will block an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza, citing enforcement of its naval blockade amid ongoing conflict.
L’activiste Greta Thunberg est à bord de ce voilier qui entend «briser le blocus israélien».
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s government on Sunday vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip. Defense Minister Israel Katz said that Israel wouldn’t allow anyone to break its naval blockade of the Palestinian territory, which he said…
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