Overview

• More than 16,000 people, including Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, rallied in Kuala Lumpur to denounce Israel's actions in the Gaza strip and extend their support to Palestinians.
• "This is not just about religion, it's about humanity," said a 20-year-old student attending the rally, expressing sentiments conveyed by many participants.
• The rally was marked by speeches, chanting, the waving of Palestinian flags, and a general expression of unison from protesters ranging from students, professionals, religious leaders to politicians.
• Taking a firm stance, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim voiced his criticisms of Western support towards Israel, stating that all Malaysia wants is for Palestinians to be treated as humans.
• The rally comes amid an ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has claimed at least 5,000 Palestinian lives due to Israeli strikes. The Malaysian government has always advocated for a two-state solution based on pre-1967 borders.