Summary
Global protests broke out after Israel intercepted a flotilla carrying aid to Gaza. Demonstrators in various cities around the world called for stronger actions against Israel, protesting the blockade of ships carrying people and supplies to Gaza.
Key Facts
- Protests happened in Europe, Australia, and South America against Israel intercepting an aid flotilla.
- The flotilla included 41 ships and about 400 people, with well-known people like Greta Thunberg on board.
- The blockade of the flotilla was part of actions due to the situation in Gaza, described by the UN as having famine conditions.
- In Barcelona, 15,000 people protested, with police stopping those trying to break through barriers.
- Among those on the flotilla were Ada Colau, former Barcelona mayor, and Nelson Mandela’s grandson, who now face deportation.
- Large protests also took place in cities like Dublin, Paris, Rome, and Berlin.
- In Italy, unions called for a general strike to support the flotilla, with protests in Rome attracting 10,000 people.
