Israel Shares Pic of Greta Smiling & Being Handed Sandwich Amid Kidnapping Claims
In a surprising turn of events, the Israel 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. However, this development comes amidst claims by the pro-Palestinian Freedom Flotilla Coalition that Greta and its crew have been “kidnapped” by Israeli forces, who took command of its charity ship.
The controversy began when the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, a group of activists and organizations that advocate for Palestinian rights, announced that it had set sail for Gaza with a shipment of humanitarian aid. The coalition, which includes several prominent Palestinian and international groups, stated that its mission was to break the Israeli blockade of Gaza and deliver much-needed aid to the beleaguered region.
However, Israeli authorities were quick to respond, and on Monday, they announced that they had taken control of the ship and its crew, including Greta Thunberg, who was on board as a passenger. The Israeli military claimed that the ship had deviated from its course and was heading towards an “unapproved” destination, and that its crew was found to be carrying “illicit goods”.
But the Freedom Flotilla Coalition has vehemently denied these allegations, and has accused Israel of engaging in a “brutal and illegal” act. In a pre-recorded video shared on social media, Greta can be seen speaking about the situation, stating that she and her fellow crew members have been “kidnapped” by Israeli forces.
“We are being held by Israeli forces, and we are being taken to an unknown destination,” Greta says in the video. “We demand to be released immediately and allowed to continue our humanitarian mission to Gaza.”
The video has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from many quarters, with many criticizing Israel’s actions as a violation of international law and human rights.
However, in a bid to quell the controversy, the Israel Foreign Ministry has released a statement and a picture of Greta smiling and being handed a sandwich, claiming that she is “safe and in good spirits” and on her way to Israel. The statement reads:
“We are pleased to confirm that Greta Thunberg is safe and in good spirits. She is currently on her way to Israel, where she will be able to continue her important work as an advocate for the environment and human rights.”
The picture, which has been widely shared on social media, shows Greta smiling and waving at the camera, with a sandwich being handed to her by an Israeli official. The image has sparked a heated debate, with many taking to social media to express their opinions on the situation.
While some have praised Israel for ensuring Greta’s safety and well-being, others have criticized the country’s actions as a attempts to silence Greta and stifle her message. Many have also pointed out the hypocrisy of Israel’s claims, given its long history of human rights abuses and violations of international law.
The situation remains ongoing, with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition continuing to demand Greta’s release and calling for Israel to be held accountable for its actions. As the controversy continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the world is watching, and the international community will be closely monitoring the situation to ensure that Greta and her fellow crew members are treated with dignity and respect.
