Greta Thunberg's alleged jail complaints called 'brazen lies' by Israeli government
Share this @internewscast.com

Allegations by Greta Thunberg claiming she endured hours on harsh surfaces in a bedbug-ridden Israeli detention center without sufficient food and water have been dismissed as “brazen lies” by Israel’s Foreign Ministry.

As per Swedish Foreign Ministry communications seen by The Guardian, Thunberg reported to officials she developed rashes likely due to bedbugs. 

The activist was also said to have complained of dehydration.

A letter shared with Thunberg’s parents reportedly mentioned her “harsh and exhausting” experiences following her detainment by Israeli authorities during her participation in the Gaza-directed Global Sumud Flotilla aid mission.

Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir labeled the flotilla participants as “supporters of terrorism” and expressed pride that they faced the conditions akin to those of terrorist detainees.

At age 22, Thunberg was part of about 450 activists from over 12 nations detained after the Israeli navy ceased the 42-boat Global Sumud Flotilla on October 1.

Greta Thunberg speaking into a microphone

Climate activist Greta Thunberg, along with fellow human rights organization activists, spoke to journalists in Catania, Italy, before embarking on their journey to the Mideast.  (AP)

The convoy, which departed from Turkey a day earlier, sought to breach Israel’s maritime blockade of Gaza and deliver symbolic humanitarian aid.

Other activists, such as Turkish journalist and flotilla participant Ersin Çelik, told Anadolu Agency that guards “dragged little Greta by her hair, beat her, and forced her to kiss the Israeli flag.”

Fox News Digital reached out to the Swedish Foreign Ministry and the Israeli Foreign Ministry for comment.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
SNAP changes 2026: Work requirements impacting eligibility for benefits takes effect, worrying Illinois recipients, food banks

New SNAP Rules in 2026: How Work Requirement Changes Could Affect Illinois Residents and Food Banks

CHICAGO (WLS) — Significant adjustments to SNAP eligibility have just been implemented.…
Knicks’ Landry Shamet delivers another 3-point barrage in win vs. Lakers

Landry Shamet’s Three-Point Masterclass Leads Knicks to Victory Over Lakers

Landry Shamet’s place on this year’s Knicks roster was far from assured.…
Trump declares national emergency over Cuba, threatens tariffs on nations that supply oil to communist regime

Trump’s Bold Move: National Emergency on Cuba Sparks Potential Tariffs on Oil-Supplying Nations

On Thursday, President Donald Trump announced a national emergency concerning Cuba, issuing…
UN faces severe cash crisis as Trump admin ramps up pressure on world body

UN Confronts Significant Financial Challenges Amid Increased Pressure from Trump Administration

As the Trump administration continues to cut funding and withdraw from various…
Curlers balance full-time jobs with Olympics dreams

Curlers Juggle Full-Time Careers While Pursuing Olympic Aspirations

Olympic athletes often face financial challenges, and their stories shed light on…
Report: 'Crazy' MS-13 Gang Member Linked to 5 Murders Arrested in VA

Infamous MS-13 Gang Member Tied to Five Homicides Captured in Virginia Operation

In a significant operation, officials from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)…
Hikers stiff hotel on unpaid bill after treacherous 7-hour mountain rescue operation, nonprofit says

Hikers Skip Out on Hotel Bill After Challenging 7-Hour Mountain Rescue, Reports Nonprofit

Two adventurers found themselves in a tight spot after getting lost on…
Groundhog Day puts Punxsutawney Phil's forecast about winter's length in the spotlight

Punxsutawney Phil Predicts Winter’s Duration: Groundhog Day Tradition Captivates Millions

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. — As the U.S. grapples with a chilly winter, anticipation…
Gurnee Woodland Elementary School teacher Todd Fowler charged with disseminating child pornography, Lake County Sheriff says

Chicago Police Alert Residents to Recent Business Break-Ins and Armed Robberies in Belmont Gardens and Avondale

CHICAGO — Authorities in Chicago have issued a warning following a series…
Iran stages Khamenei photos to mask cracks in IRGC, opposition groups say

Opposition Groups Claim Iran Uses Khamenei Imagery to Conceal Divisions Within IRGC

Trump ramping up pressure on Iran as tensions grow Reporting from West…
What went wrong with Sam Darnold and the Jets? Let’s revisit with Darnold’s Seahawks in the Super Bowl

Analyzing Sam Darnold’s Journey: From Jets Challenges to Super Bowl Contention with the Seahawks

For half a century, the New York Jets have been on an…
Hunter S. Thompson suicide ruling stands firm after 20-year review by Colorado investigators

Colorado Investigators Uphold Hunter S. Thompson’s Suicide Verdict After 20-Year Reexamination

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation has once again confirmed that the 2005…