A vessel associated with Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was reportedly struck by a drone attack in Tunisian waters, according to the Global Sumud Flotilla. The Portuguese-flagged “Family Boat,” which carried members of the flotilla’s steering committee, including Thunberg, sustained damage to its deck and storage areas after the incident. No injuries were reported among those aboard.
Footage shared by activist Yasemin Acar depicted the aftermath of the attack, with the boat engulfed in flames. Acar stated that the vessel was targeted “in Tunisian territory” and emphasized that the strike was part of a broader effort to disrupt the flotilla’s mission. The Global Sumud Flotilla confirmed the incident, stating all passengers and crew were safe and an investigation is underway.
Thunberg, who has previously been detained by Israeli forces during attempts to reach Gaza, described the attack as another attempt to “silence those who stand in solidarity with Palestine.” The flotilla’s mission, which includes delivering humanitarian aid, faces ongoing opposition from Israeli authorities, who have labeled participants as “terrorists” and warned of arrests for breaching the naval blockade.
The incident marks the latest challenge for Thunberg’s controversial effort to draw international attention to Gaza’s plight, despite repeated obstacles.