Summary: Over the weekend, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets in several European cities to show solidarity with Palestinians and condemn the ongoing violence in Gaza. Major demonstrations were held in Turkey, the Netherlands, and Spain, with participants calling for an end to the conflict and supporting an aid flotilla’s attempt to reach Gaza. The rallies highlighted the divided sentiments across the continent, with counter-rallies in Britain mourning victims of Hamas attacks and in Paris demanding the release of hostages held by Hamas.
The protests were sparked by the recent escalation of violence in Gaza, where clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinian militants have led to numerous casualties and widespread destruction. The international community has expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region, with calls for an immediate ceasefire and a return to negotiations for a lasting peace.
While the rallies in support of Palestinians drew massive crowds, they also faced criticism from some quarters. Critics argue that the demonstrations overlook the complexities of the conflict and fail to address the actions of Hamas, the militant group controlling Gaza. They point to Hamas’s indiscriminate rocket attacks on Israeli civilians and use of human shields as contributing factors to the cycle of violence.
As the situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, the international community is being urged to step up efforts to de-escalate the conflict and provide humanitarian assistance to those affected. The rallies across Europe serve as a reminder of the deep-rooted divisions and complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with no easy solutions in sight.
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References:
1. The Washington Times – “Hundreds of thousands march in Turkey, the Netherlands and Spain in support of Palestinians” [https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/oct/5/people-march-turkey-netherlands-spain-support-palestinians/]
2. Times of India – “Hundreds of thousands march in Turkiye, Spain, the Netherlands for Gaza” [https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/europe/hundreds-of-thousands-march-in-turkiye-spain-the-netherlands-for-gaza/articleshow/124328523.cms]
3. Al Jazeera – “Hundreds of thousands join Amsterdam’s ‘red line’ protest for Gaza” [https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2025/10/6/hundreds-of-thousands-join-amsterdams-red-line-protest-for-gaza?traffic_source=rss]
4. France 24 – “Hundreds of thousands march for Gaza across Europe” [https://www.france24.com/en/video/20251006-hundreds-of-thousands-march-for-gaza-across-europe]
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