Gaza flotilla activists — including Greta Thunberg pal accused sexual misconduct — arrested in Israel over ‘illegal activity’
Activists Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek were deported from Israel after their Gaza flotilla was intercepted over suspicions of illegal activity. Ávila, linked to Greta Thunberg, faces allegations of sexual misconduct, which he denies. Both were transferred for questioning by Israeli authorities before being deported.
- ▪Thiago Ávila and Saif Abu Keshek were detained upon arrival in Israel with a peace flotilla.
- ▪The Israel Foreign Ministry accused them of involvement in 'illegal activity' and transferred them for law enforcement questioning.
- ▪Ávila is accused of sexual misconduct by three volunteers on the flotilla, allegations he has denied.
- ▪Saif Abu Keshek is a leading member of the PCPA, an organization designated by the U.S. as a Hamas front.
- ▪Both activists were deported to Greece following consular visits from their respective countries.
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World News Gaza flotilla activists — including Greta Thunberg pal accused of groping — deported from Israel after ‘illegal activity’ By Katherine Donlevy Published May 2, 2026, 9:08 a.m. ET Greta Thunberg‘s buddy and accused groper has been deported to Greece after their peace flotilla landed in Israel, officials said. Thiago Ávila and other activists were rerouted under suspicion of “illegal activity,” the Israel Foreign Ministry said Saturday. Greta Thunberg’s buddy and alleged groper Thiago Ávila (above) was deported to Greece Friday after their peace flotilla landed in Irseal, officials said.
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