Greta Thunberg: “They kicked me every time the flag touched my face”

Greta Thunberg's Experience in Israeli Captivity

Greta Thunberg recounts her days in Israeli captivity, stating

“They kicked me every time the flag touched my face”
. She and others from the flotilla share details of their five-day captivity, including beating, kicking, and threats of being gassed in cages.

The Swedish Foreign Ministry staff allegedly left them without help. An investigation by Aftonbladet reveals the Foreign Ministry downplayed the abuse in its communications.

Greta Thunberg shows her red suitcase, which was confiscated by the Israeli military and returned with derogatory graffiti, including

“Whore Greta”
written in large black letters, an Israeli flag, and an erect penis.

In an interview at her home, Greta Thunberg expresses her feelings about the incident, saying

“They’re like five-year-olds!”
.

Author's summary: Greta Thunberg shares her traumatic experience in Israeli captivity.

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Aftonbladet Aftonbladet — 2025-10-15