Greta Thunberg and other activists are sailing to Gaza with aid, but Israel has vowed to prevent their entry, citing the need to maintain its naval blockade against Hamas. The Freedom Flotilla Coalition's vessel,

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,

Israeli authorities have made clear the flotilla will not be allowed to reach Gaza. “The IDF is prepared to stop the vessel before it enters Israeli waters,” a government source said. Officials say Hassan’s diplomatic status delayed enforcement actions, but they are now prepared to act.