Thunberg, one of the world’s most famous activists, claimed she and others on a Gaza-bound aid vessel were kidnapped by Israeli forces.

The IDF intercepted a Freedom Flotilla Coalition boat carrying pro-Palestine activists, including Greta Thunberg, late Sunday.

Shortly after their arrests, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition posted prerecorded videos of the crew calling on Israel to release them.

Israeli forces intercepted a civilian vessel, Madleen, carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, defying the Israeli naval blockade. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition reports the ship was boarded in international waters,

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg sets sail for Gaza with the Freedom Flotilla Coalition under Palestinian flag, prompting Israel's military to confirm they are monitoring the vessel's approach.

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has hit back at South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham for mocking her Gaza trip, saying it spoke "a lot about their priorities".

President Trump took questions before an "Invest America" event at the White House. Mr. Trump commented on reports of activist Greta Thunberg's detention while she was headed to Gaza to distribute aid.