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Thousands Rally Across UK in Ongoing Protests Over Palestine
London, July 13, 2025 — Thousands of protesters gathered in cities across the United Kingdom this weekend to voice their continued outrage over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and to demand stronger action from the UK government in support of Palestinian rights.
The demonstrations, held in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, and other major cities, were organised by a coalition of pro-Palestine groups, human rights organisations, and student unions. Protesters carried Palestinian flags, placards reading “Free Palestine,” and banners condemning Israeli military operations in Gaza.
In central London, crowds marched from Hyde Park to Whitehall, blocking traffic and chanting slogans such as “Ceasefire now!” and “End the occupation!” Organisers claim over 80,000 people attended the capital’s protest alone. The Metropolitan Police reported no major incidents, although several arrests were made after protesters blocked access to government buildings.
The demonstrations follow escalating tensions in Gaza, where recent Israeli airstrikes have killed dozens of civilians, according to Palestinian health authorities. The Israeli government maintains that its military operations are in response to continued rocket fire from Hamas militants.
Among the demonstrators was 23-year-old student Ranya Malik, who said, “We are tired of silence. We’re here to demand an end to the bloodshed, and we want our government to stop sending weapons to Israel. Enough is enough.”
Protesters are calling on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to impose sanctions on Israel, suspend arms sales, and support international calls for a ceasefire. Starmer’s government has urged restraint on both sides and supported humanitarian aid to Gaza but has so far stopped short of condemning Israel’s actions outright — a stance that has drawn criticism from Labour’s left-wing factions and human rights groups.
Meanwhile, Jewish Voice for Peace UK, one of the groups supporting the protests, emphasised that criticism of Israeli government policy should not be confused with antisemitism. “There is growing opposition among Jews around the world to the occupation and to the brutal treatment of Palestinians,” said spokesperson Daniel Cohen.
Smaller counter-protests also took place, with pro-Israel supporters defending the country’s right to self-defence. Police were deployed in high numbers to prevent clashes, especially in London, where tensions have been high in recent weeks.
As the crisis in Gaza continues, further protests are expected in the coming days. Organisers have vowed to maintain pressure until the UK government adopts a more forceful stance on the issue.
Attached is a news article regarding protest over Palestine
https://news.sky.com/story/more-than-70-arrests-at-protests-over-palestine-action-ban-13395938
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