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Greta Thunberg to be deported after Israeli military intercept aid vessel

Israel says 'Greta Thunberg safe' as Gaza flotilla passengers 'transferred to Israeli port'
  • Greta Thunberg and hundreds of other activists on a Gaza aid flotilla were intercepted by the Israeli military overnight.
  • Israeli forces commandeered approximately 40 boats, which were carrying aid and activists attempting to breach the blockade of Gaza.
  • All passengers are reported safe and healthy and are being taken to Israel, where they face deportation to their home countries.
  • The interception has triggered widespread international protests and condemnation, with Turkey calling it an 'act of terror' and Sinn Féin labelling it a 'kidnapping'.
  • The UK Foreign Office expressed concern and is in contact with Israeli authorities and the families of British nationals involved, expecting a safe resolution.
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