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IOL News
24-06-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Greta Thunberg's friendship with Chris Kebbon: just allies in activism or a deeper connection?
Climate activists Greta Thunberg and Chris Kebbon side by side at a demonstration. Image: Instagram In the ever-evolving world of climate activism, friendships often spark curiosity, and this time, climate justice icon Greta Thunberg is at the centre of speculation regarding her relationship with photographer and videographer Chris Kebbon. The pair, both 22, have been spotted together at various demonstrations, prompting discussions about whether they are allies in the fight for climate justice or if their bond runs deeper. "The Daily Mail" has recently featured pictures of Kebbon welcoming Thunberg with a heartfelt hug at Stockholm Airport after her arrest and deportation by Israeli authorities, capturing a moment that many interpreted as both supportive and intimate. Thunberg returned home untidy following her controversial Gaza mission to Gaza, where she attempted to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis. Kebbon, known for his strong advocacy for social and climate justice through photography, has accompanied Thunberg on a number of occasions over the last 18 months. An image shared widely on social media portrays him and Thunberg swimming in the clear waters off Catania, Sicily, before her ill-fated "Freedom Flotilla" mission. This trip, which was intended to shine a light on the situation in Gaza, was interrupted when the Israeli Navy intercepted their vessel, the Barcarole, subsequently renamed Madleen for the trip. Kebbon's striking photograph of Thunberg on the prow, draped in a Palestinian flag, has become emblematic of the mission's dramatic outcome. The adventure took a serious turn when Thunberg, alongside 11 other activists, was arrested and, despite her vocal opposition, put on an El Al flight to Paris. This ignited further backlash and scrutiny, particularly regarding her earlier environmental stance articulated through a strict "no-fly" policy aimed at mitigating damage to the planet. Upon her release, Thunberg took to Instagram to galvanise her audience, urging them to elevate their voices in activism. 'If you - in everything that is currently going on in terms of escalating imperialism, genocides, climate- and ecological collapse - have a platform but continue to choose not to use it and take a stance, then you will not be forgiven,' she wrote, passionately imploring her followers to take action. 'You who have platforms have the immense privilege of setting the narrative; you have a huge responsibility of pushing the limits of what is considered 'mainstream.'' Thunberg's fiery rhetoric is a clarion call to all who have influence, reminding them not only of their potential to effect change but also of the moral obligation that accompanies such power. As Thunberg and Kebbon continue to be spotted together, the question remains: Are they simply comrades united in urgent activism, or has a deeper bond developed under the shared pressures of their environmental battles?
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Time of India
Meet Chris Kebbon, the alleged boyfriend of Greta Thunberg
Greta Thunberg, the 22-year-old Swedish climate activist, has recently made headlines not just for her activism, but also for her rumored relationship with fellow protestor and photographer Chris Kebbon . Thunberg was deported earlier this month after boarding the Madleen, a Gaza-bound charity vessel run by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC). The Israeli military intercepted the ship and deported all 12 passengers, including Thunberg, to their respective countries. Upon her return to Stockholm, one of the first people to greet her was Kebbon, who gave her a long embrace at the airport — a moment that fueled speculation about their relationship. Chris Kebbon, 22, has been a regular fixture by Thunberg's side for over 18 months, according to the Daily Mail. The long-haired photographer, often seen documenting environmental protests, lives in the same middle-class suburb of Stockholm as Thunberg. He's been spotted at multiple demonstrations with her, and was even seen swimming with Thunberg and a group off the coast of Sicily before she set sail for Gaza. Dressed in a green Palestinian keffiyeh, Kebbon was visibly emotional when greeting Thunberg at Arlanda Airport upon her return. He ushered her away from a crowd of supporters, shielding her as they made their way out of the terminal. The duo was also co-defendants in a legal case in London earlier this year. In February 2024, both were cleared of public order charges after protesting outside a London hotel that was hosting oil and gas industry executives. Speaking to Swedish newspaper Vi, Kebbon said his parents had been worried after not hearing from him during his arrest, adding that they might have guessed what had happened after seeing the news about Thunberg. Live Events Kebbon has also shared personal moments online. In one Instagram post, he shared photos of Thunberg captioned: 'Last calm moments together before departure filled with love, care and silly moments.' His online résumé states that he studied film and photography at the prestigious Lycée Français Saint-Louis in Stockholm. He's also an avid surfer and claims to have lived in Syria, Lebanon, and Morocco with his family. Like Thunberg, Kebbon is an active member of the Fridays for Future movement and regularly participates in protests, particularly at Stockholm's Mynttorget public square. He also joined a spontaneous demonstration protesting Thunberg's arrest by Israeli authorities. While their actions and body language have sparked speculation, neither Thunberg nor Kebbon have confirmed whether they are romantically involved.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Greta Thunberg in love? Rumoured romance with young photographer sparks curiosity
Image credits: Getty Images Great Thunberg, a 22-year-old Swedish activist has been making headlines recently with her rising support for Gaza. The activist turned protestor was recently found aboard a Gaza-bound charity ship, Madleen, operated by the pro-Palestinian Freedom Flotilla Coalition (FFC). The Israeli troops intercepted the ship and deported all the 12 passengers to their respective countries. Now, a new mission seems to have taken up the young activist's mind, particularly love. Thunberg has struck up a close friendship with a young photographer who has been her constant companion in her recent demonstrations. Chris Kebbon, 22, rushed to give Thunberg a lingering hug when she returned to the Stockholm Airport on Tuesday after being arrested and deported by the Israeli authorities. The long-haired photographer and videographer has been spotted by the activist's side for almost 18 months now, Daily mail reported, and the duo was spotted swimming together in the sea off Catania, Sicily with a group before she set sail in the ship to Gaza. Kebbon, like Thunberg, lives in a middle-class suburb of Stockholm, Sweden. He is a skilled surfer who claimed online that he has lived in Syria, Lebanon and Morocco with his family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Seniors Born 1936-1969 Receive 11 Benefits This Month Top 10 Benefits Learn More Undo Image credits: Instagram/chris_kebbon When Thunberg arrived back in Stockholm, Chris, dressed in a green Palestinian Keffiyeh, ran forward to give her a lingering hug as soon as she came into sight at the Arlanda Airport. After a few exchanged words, he ushered her towards the exit protecting her from her supporters rallying around. He was also her co-defendant at the Westminster Magistrates' Court in February 2024 where they were cleared of a public order offence after protesting outside a London hotel where the Energy Intelligence Forum was hosting oil and gas industry leaders. Kebbon told a Swedish newspaper Vi, after the two were arrested in London that his parents didn't sleep back home in Stockholm when they heard nothing of him. Adding, that he thought that having seen the news of Greta's arrest they should have put two and two together to realise that the same had happened to him. He even posted some shots of Thunberg on Instagram writing, 'last calm moments together before departure filled with love, care and silly moments.' According to his online CV, he attended the prestigious Lycée Français St-Louis in Stockholm for film and photography. He is also a long-term member of Thunberg's Fridays for Future movement and regularly demonstrates with others in the Mynttorget, a nearby public square. He was also a part of the spontaneous demonstration that protested Thunberg and other ship passengers' arrest by Israeli authorities. However, Greta and Chris have not confirmed about this.
