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Thousands march in London calling for Gaza ceasefire

The protests, led by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign, aim to pressure governments worldwide for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

  • Thousands of pro-Palestine supporters marched in central London, urging for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza following months of conflict.
  • The march was organized by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign in response to the Hamas attacks on southern Israel and subsequent Israeli retaliation.
  • Prominent figures, including singer Charlotte Church and former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, joined the protest to express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
  • The cost of policing Gaza-related protests in London has exceeded £32 million, amid concerns over the impact on public order and safety.
  • Counter-protests were held, emphasizing the right to democratic expression and rejecting anti-Israeli sentiments.
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