Greta Thunberg was deported from a Gaza flotilla amid tensions over aid efforts, highlighting her ongoing climate and social activism at age 20.
As of February 2026, the Global Sumud Flotilla is preparing its largest-ever mission to Gaza, involving over 100 boats and 1,000 activists from more than 100 countries. The flotilla aims to break Israel's blockade by delivering humanitarian aid and medical support, alongside a land convoy. Last year's mission was intercepted by Israeli forces, detaining over 450 activists including Mandla Mandela and Greta Thunberg.
Tunisian authorities detained five activists linked to the Global Sumud Flotilla, which aims to break the Gaza blockade. The arrests follow investigations into alleged misuse of funds and disruptions to flotilla-related events. The group condemns the detentions, which mark a shift from Tunisia's historical support for Palestine.
Since early April 2026, over 70 boats and 1,000 activists from around 70 countries have been mobilizing in the Mediterranean to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Global Sumud Flotilla has faced Israeli naval interceptions, with activists including Greta Thunberg previously detained and deported. The flotilla aims to break Israel's blockade and raise awareness of Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
The Global Sumud Flotilla has been boarded by the Israeli navy while attempting to break the Gaza blockade. The flotilla, comprised of dozens of vessels carrying activists and humanitarian supplies, has reported engine damage and jamming of communications. Israel calls the mission a provocation; organizers say civilians remain stranded as a storm approaches.