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What is happening with Greta Thunberg?

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Greta Thunberg has been detained by Israeli forces while participating in a humanitarian flotilla aiming to deliver aid to Gaza. The interception led to her and hundreds of other activists being processed for deportation, sparking global protests and diplomatic tensions.

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Last flotilla boat sails on towards Gaza after Israel arrests 450 activists

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  • The Marinette is the last boat of the Global Sumid Flotilla still heading to Gaza. 4s
  • Israeli Navy intercepted over 40 boats and detained more than 450 foreign activists, including Greta Thunberg. 17s
  • Greta Thunberg stated their mission was non-violent and called for immediate release. 25s
  • Israel said detainees were safe and would be deported. 43s
  • Protests erupted worldwide, with some turning violent in Spain and Italy. 49s
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Last flotilla boat sails on towards Gaza after Israel arrests 450 activists
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France 24
2 days ago
Last flotilla boat sails on towards Gaza after Israel arrests 450 activists

Greta Thunberg was among over 450 activists intercepted by Israeli forces off Gaza while attempting a non-violent humanitarian mission.

What happens to Gaza flotilla activists who are detained by Israel?
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Reuters
2 days ago
What happens to Gaza flotilla activists who are detained by Israel?

Greta Thunberg and others detained on the flotilla are processed as immigration cases, typically deported, with some facing lengthy bans from Israel.

Palestinian group organizes Chicago River flotilla
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Fox News
2 days ago
Palestinian group organizes Chicago River flotilla

A solidarity flotilla in Chicago was organized for detained activists, including Greta Thunberg, calling for their safe return.

Protests as Israel intercepts dozens of Gaza-bound aid boats
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Reuters
2 days ago
Protests as Israel intercepts dozens of Gaza-bound aid boats

Greta Thunberg's recorded message was released after Israeli forces seized boats carrying campaigners and aid for Gaza.

Thunberg safe as Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla, ministry says
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Euronews
3 days ago
Thunberg safe as Israel intercepts Gaza aid flotilla, ministry says

Israeli naval forces intercepted a flotilla with Greta Thunberg aboard; authorities say she is safe and will be deported.

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