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Many observers argue that Thunberg’s pivot from climate issues to geopolitical conflicts exemplifies performative activism. The fact that a climate activist has shifted focus to a complex Middle Eastern conflict seems disconnected from her original mission, leading to accusations that her actions are more about garnering headlines than achieving tangible change.
Critics also point out the ineffectiveness of these flotillas. The initial attempt to break the blockade ended with the group being intercepted and redirected, and the humanitarian impact questioned given the logistical challenges. Some suggest that such efforts are symbolic gestures that ultimately accomplish little, often serving more as publicity stunts than meaningful activism.