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Activist Thiago Ávila Joins Controversial Gaza Freedom Flotilla

6/9/2025

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Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila is making waves as he joins Greta Thunberg on the "Freedom Flotilla" headed for Gaza. With a controversial past, including attending Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's funeral, Ávila's journey is charged with tension. The Israeli Defense Forces are on high alert, ready to intercept the boat as it approaches on June 7 or 8.

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Brazilian activist Thiago Ávila is making waves as he joins Greta Thunberg on the "Freedom Flotilla" headed for Gaza. With a controversial past, including attending Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's funeral, Ávila's journey is charged with tension. The Israeli Defense Forces are on high alert, ready to intercept the boat as it approaches on June 7 or 8.