Thousands of protesters marched in London and other cities for a ceasefire in Gaza and Lebanon as the one-year mark of the war in the Palestinian territory approached. Protests were also held in UK, France, South Africa, Ireland, and Switzerland to end the conflict that has claimed 42,000 lives in Gaza.
Global marches demanded a ceasefire, economic sanctions on Israel, and an end to scientific collaboration. Protests were planned in several cities, with chants like “ceasefire now” and “Israel is a racist state”. However, some criticized the government for not taking enough action.
While London’s rally was peaceful, 15 people were arrested. International commemorations for October 7 attack victims are scheduled. The sentiment of the protests showed that the government’s actions do not reflect the people’s voices, calling for more substantial action to end the conflict.
A diverse group of protesters demanded change, expressing frustration at the ongoing conflict. The protests highlighted the urgency of the situation and the need for immediate action to bring peace to the region.