🚨 The Madleen, carrying Greta Thunberg and 12 activists, is nearing Gaza with aid like baby formula and medical supplies, aiming to break Israel’s maritime blockade.
Departing Sicily on June 1, 2025, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition’s mission ignores Israel’s legitimate security concerns, as the blockade prevents weapons smuggling by terrorist groups like Hamas. Israel, committed to protecting its citizens, has vowed to intercept the UK-flagged vessel, as it has with past provocations like the 2010 Mavi Marmara incident. The IDF is prepared to act decisively to ensure safety while facilitating approved aid through secure channels.
As of June 7, the ship is in Egyptian waters, risking escalation with this symbolic stunt. Critics, including Israeli officials, call it performative activism that undermines peace efforts.
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