Israel Shares Pic of Greta Smiling & Being Handed Sandwich Amid Kidnapping Claims
In the midst of a tense situation surrounding the Freedom Flotilla Coalition’s charity ship, the Israeli Foreign Ministry has shared a picture of environmental activist Greta Thunberg smiling and being handed a sandwich, claiming she is “safe and in good spirits” and on her way to Israel.
Greta, 22, was part of the flotilla that aimed to break the Israeli-Egyptian blockade and deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip. However, things took a dramatic turn when Israeli forces took command of the ship and the crew, including Greta.
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition, a pro-Palestinian organization, shared a pre-recorded video of Greta stating that they have been “kidnapped” by Israeli forces. The video shows Greta and other crew members being taken away from the ship and being held by Israeli authorities.
In response, the Israeli Foreign Ministry shared a picture of Greta smiling and being handed a sandwich, saying she is “safe and in good spirits” and on her way to Israel. The tweet read, “Update from the Foreign Ministry: Greta Thunberg is safe and in good spirits. She is on her way to Israel, where she will continue to advocate for her cause.”
The move by the Israeli Foreign Ministry has sparked a heated debate on social media, with many questioning the authenticity of the picture and the claims made by the ministry.
Critics have pointed out that the picture could have been taken at any time before the incident, and that the ministry is trying to downplay the situation by sharing a photo of Greta smiling and being handed a sandwich.
Others have expressed concerns for Greta’s safety and well-being, and have called for her immediate release from Israeli custody.
The situation is still unfolding, and it remains to be seen how things will play out. One thing is certain, however – the world is watching with bated breath as this drama unfolds.
Background:
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition’s charity ship, which was carrying humanitarian aid and activists from around the world, was intercepted by Israeli forces in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The ship was on its way to break the Israeli-Egyptian blockade and deliver aid to the Gaza Strip.
The blockade has been in place since 2007, and has been criticized by many as a form of collective punishment against the people of Gaza. The humanitarian aid being carried by the ship was intended to help alleviate the suffering of the people of Gaza, who have been subjected to a decade-long blockade and three devastating wars with Israel.
The Israeli government has defended its actions, saying that the ship was intercepted because it posed a threat to Israel’s national security. However, critics have accused Israel of using excessive force and violating international law.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation, with many calling for Greta’s immediate release and for the blockade to be lifted.
What’s Next:
The situation is still unfolding, and it remains to be seen how things will play out. The Israeli government has said that the ship will be taken to the Israeli port of Ashdod, where the humanitarian aid will be inspected and the activists will be questioned.
Greta’s fate remains unknown, and it is unclear what will happen to her and the other activists who were on board the ship. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition has called for international action to secure Greta’s release and to end the blockade.
As the situation continues to unfold, the world will be watching with bated breath to see what happens next.
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