Summary
Large numbers of people held rallies in Europe supporting Palestine and demanding an end to the conflict in Gaza. Demonstrations took place in cities like Rome, Barcelona, and Dublin, following an incident where Israel stopped a flotilla trying to deliver aid to Gaza. Many expressed opposition to Israel's actions and called for immediate interventions.
Key Facts
- Over 250,000 people protested in Rome, calling for an end to the conflict in Gaza.
- In Barcelona, around 70,000 people marched, and nearly 92,000 participated in a rally in Madrid.
- Israel intercepted a flotilla of 45 boats that aimed to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
- About 50 Spanish nationals from the flotilla were detained by Israel.
- Demonstrations also occurred in Dublin and Paris, with calls for actions against Israel.
- London police arrested at least 442 people at a pro-Palestinian rally.
- Spain plans to ban imports from Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s government faced criticism for perceived inaction regarding the Gaza conflict.
