Greta Thunberg and Friends Sail to Help Gaza! 🚢
Guess what? Greta Thunberg, the famous climate activist from Sweden, is on a ship called the Madleen with 11 other brave people! They are sailing towards Gaza to bring much-needed help to the people there.
The Madleen left Italy last week, carrying important supplies like food and medicine. Their mission is to bring relief to Gaza, a place where people have been facing many hardships.
What is Gaza, and Why Do They Need Help?
Gaza is a small area where lots of people live, but they have been having a tough time because it’s very hard to get supplies in or out. There has been a blockade, which means many ships and trucks are not allowed to bring goods to Gaza.
Because of this, the people there don’t have enough food, medicine, and other important things. That’s why Greta and the other activists are trying to help!
The Journey So Far 🌊
The ship has reached the coast of Egypt, and they are getting closer to Gaza. Yasemin Acar, a human rights activist from Germany on board the ship, said everyone is doing well.
Earlier on their trip, the Madleen even rescued four people from Sudan who were in trouble at sea. They helped them and made sure they were safe. Isn’t that amazing?
Hoping for a Safe Passage 🤞
The activists are asking countries to let them pass safely so they can deliver the aid to Gaza. Rima Hassan, who is a member of the European Parliament and also on the ship, is urging governments to help them get through.
In the past, there have been challenges when ships tried to bring aid to Gaza. But everyone is hoping that this time they can bring help without any problems.
Why Is This Important?
Helping others is a big part of making the world a better place. These activists are trying to bring kindness and support to people who need it the most. It’s a reminder that even when things are tough, people can come together to help each other.
Let’s all wish them a safe journey and hope that the people of Gaza receive the aid they need! ❤️
Reference(s):
Activist aid ship nears Gaza after reaching Egypt coast: organizers
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