Israel vows to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza

Israel’s defense minister has vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip

Sunday 08 June 2025 12:43 BST

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Israel’s defense minister has vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip.

Defense Minister Israel Katz said Sunday that Israel wouldn't allow anyone to break its naval blockade of the Palestinian territory, which he said was aimed at preventing Hamas from importing arms.

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Israel vows to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza

Israel’s defense minister has vowed to prevent an aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching the Gaza Strip

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