Greta Thunberg and "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham are among 12 activists aboard the Madleen, which is operated by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, that is on its way to Gaza.

Israeli forces detained Greta Thunberg and other activists after it halted a Gaza-bound humanitarian aid ship.

Israel intercepted a Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and 11 other activists early Monday local time, per posts from the Israeli government and the pro-Palestinian group behind the drive. The big picture: The "Madleen" yacht that "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham was also aboard was being diverted to Israel and the crew was "expected to return to their home countries,