
Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg is preparing to sail to Gaza this weekend on a humanitarian mission, drawing sharp criticism from some commentators who are suggesting she shouldn’t plan on returning.
The 22-year-old, known globally for her climate change campaigns, will be joined by several other notable figures as they board the ship “Madleen” in Catania, Sicily on Sunday. Their goal is to bring aid to Gaza and protest the Israeli blockade that has remained in place for months.
According to the World Health Organization, Gaza faces a looming famine due to the blockade, with 75% of the population experiencing severe to extreme food shortages.
“The world cannot be silent bystanders,” Thunberg said of the initiative, which is being organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition.
“This silence and passivity that we are seeing from most of the world is deadly. We are seeing a systematic starvation of 2 million people. Every single one of us has a moral obligation to do everything we can to fight for a free Palestine.”
This marks the second recent effort by the FFC to reach Gaza. Their earlier attempt on May 2 ended when the vessel “Conscience” was hit by drones in international waters near Malta.
The coalition accused Israel of being behind that strike, though Israeli authorities have neither confirmed nor denied involvement.
Among those joining Thunberg on the “Madleen” are actor Liam Cunningham, known for his role in “Game of Thrones,” and European Parliament member Rima Hassan. However, much of the public reaction has been focused on Thunberg herself, with critics questioning her decision to enter a region embroiled in conflict.
Danica De Giorgio, a host for Sky News Australia, labeled Thunberg her “big loser of the week.”
“She’s sailing to Gaza like it’s some sort of idyllic holiday destination,” De Giorgio said angrily. “She really is annoying at all times.”
“She’s such an urban terrorist herself, she’ll fit right in. But also I’m wondering if it’s a secret deal from the Israelis — all the Hamas terrorists will leave if she’s inflicted on them. Wouldn’t you?” remarked guest Prue MacSween of Verve Communications.
“This girl is not well, I believe, and let’s just hope she stays over there. I think that would be a good thing.”
Many online echoed those thoughts.
“I hope she stay in Gaza,” one person commented.
“Let’s hope it’s a one-way voyage,” another user posted.
Thunberg’s departure coincides with efforts by Hamas to keep talks alive regarding a possible long-term ceasefire. The discussions are centered around a U.S.-brokered 60-day truce that includes the phased release of hostages.
On Saturday, Hamas reportedly delivered its response to U.S. Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff. The group demanded that Washington take stronger measures to prevent Israel from renewing its military operations if a permanent ceasefire isn’t finalized within the designated timeline, according to a source cited by The Times of Israel. This could lead to further delays in negotiations.
I personally think that is brave, she sees an issue, people suffering and she goes to help, brave in my opinion
what, you like the hamas-neonazis?!?!?
i thought this was a website for frum jews not iranian operatives!
(sigh)
She doesn’t care about black slaves in Somalia being beaten. She doesn’t care about blacks in South Chicago being slaughtered like worthless sheep on the streets. So don’t give me this baloney about that little privileged white twit caring about people “suffering”. She has a MO and narrative to fill.
How moronic can one be.
she is a freak
If she really wants to help she should trade herself for the hostages!
We get the return of the hostages.
Europe gets rid of the little twit.
Win! Win!
Instead of calling her “Idiot Greta” we should start calling her “Regreta Thunberg”.
Hopefully the boat sinks and not due to any interference from inzireh.
This little white girl deserves a good beat down.