Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, imprisoned in Israel after joining the 'Global Sumud' flotilla to break the blockade of Gaza, is being held in harsh conditions in an Israeli prison, according to correspondence between the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the activist's associates, which the Guardian has reviewed.
"The embassy managed to meet with Greta," says an email sent by the ministry to those close to Thunberg. "She reported dehydration. She lacked both water and food. She also stated that she developed a rash, which she suspects was caused by bedbugs. She spoke of mistreatment and that she had to sit for long periods on hard surfaces."
"It is reported that another detainee told a different embassy that they saw Thunberg being forced to hold flags during photo opportunities. She wondered if her photos were being disseminated," the ministry's message states.
Activists detained this week are being held in Ketziot prison in the Negev.
The Israel Prison Service, Israel Defense Forces, and the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not respond to a request from the Guardian for comment on the situation.
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