Israel 'prepared for action' as Greta Thunberg and more activists sail to Gaza
Posted on: Jun 05, 2025 22:45 IST | Posted by: Hindustantimes
As mood activistic Greta Thunberg sails to Gaza on an economic assistance boat, yisrael has stated it is "prepared to use up action." A total of 12 activists, including Thunberg and Game of Thrones actor Liam Cunningham are onboard the Madleen ship to deliver aid and humanitarian assistance to Gaza Strip.
Speaking to the Times of London, Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesman Brig General Effie Defrin stated that the Israeli military is "prepared to take action" to prevent the aid ship's arrival.
"The navy operates day and night to protect Israel's maritime space and borders at sea. We have gained experience in recent years, and we will act accordingly," he told the publication.
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In response to the IDF's warning, the activists on board stated it “strongly condemns Israel's declared intent to attack Madleen”, by calling the aid carrying ship a "threat".
“Madleen carries humanitarian aid and international human rights defenders in direct challenge to Israel's illegal, decades-long blockade, and ongoing genocide in Gaza,” the statement added further as per AFP.
The Madleen ship, launched by Freedom Flotilla Coalition, is expected to reach the Gaza Strip by June 7.
The ship, named after Gaza's first and only fisherwoman, left Catania, Sicily, on June 1. Forensic Architecture uses a Garmin live tracker on board to continuously monitor the ship's location live.
As of the latest update, the ship was 600km (375 miles) from Sicily as of June 4.
The ship is reportedly carrying fruit juices, milk, rice, tinned food and protein bars to deliver to Gaza as the Palestinian territory plunges deeper into a humanitarian crisis.
A total of 12 activists are on board. These include -
Along with the activists, Irish actor and Game of Thrones star Liam Cunningham is also on board the Madleen ship.
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