The rise of global boycotts against Israel’s genocide in Gaza
Summary
Many people worldwide are joining protests and boycotts against Israel due to its actions in Gaza. These protests have increased significantly in recent years, with numerous countries participating. The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement, which started in 2005, seeks to isolate Israel economically and politically.Key Facts
- Protests and boycotts against Israel have become more common due to its actions in Gaza.
- There have been over 49,000 pro-Palestine protests across 133 countries between 2023 and 2025.
- The pro-Palestinian protests increased by 43% between May and September 2025.
- Yemen recorded the highest number of protests, followed by Morocco, the US, and other countries.
- The BDS movement began in 2005 to support Palestinian rights by encouraging economic and political boycotts of Israel.
- Omar Barghouti, founder of BDS, claims the movement has increased Israel's isolation.
- Some educational institutions in the US and Canada have cut ties with Israeli counterparts.
- Economic boycotts have been challenging for Israel's global trade, according to Avi Balashnikov of the Israel Export Institute.
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