Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protests and memorial events swept across Europe, North Africa, and Asia on Sunday, in anticipation of the first anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel. The weekend began with massive rallies in major European cities, followed by smaller events leading up to the anniversary on Monday.
Crowds in cities like Berlin, Paris, and London gathered to show their support for either side, with pro-Israeli demonstrators marching under banners denouncing antisemitism. Meanwhile, thousands in Paris and London joined Jewish memorials, remembering the victims of the attack and calling for the release of hostages still held by Hamas.
On the other hand, massive pro-Palestinian demonstrations were witnessed from Pakistan to Morocco, with concerns of terror attacks rising in major cities. Pope Francis urged for peace and liberation of hostages, emphasizing the heightened tensions in the region. As the world braces for potential escalations, global solidarity remains at the forefront of these events.