Thousands of pro-Palestine protestors marched in central London, demanding an end to the Middle East conflict and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Around 350,000 protestors came together marching from Russell Square to Downing Street, amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran and the conflict in Gaza which has been going on for almost two years.
Protestors chanted, “Free Palestine”, “Stop bombing Gaza” and “Stop bombing Iran”, as they carried flags, placards and messages in support for the Palestinian people.
Sarah Philps, who lived in Jerusalem for five years, explained her motivations for attending every London March for the last two years.
Philps said: “I witnessed for myself what life was like for the Palestinians, the injustice and the apartheid, and the daily humiliation that they go through.
“I’ve come to this protest because, really, what else can we do?”
Khaled travelled from France to attend the march and was returning the same day
He expressed that he felt rejuvenated by witnessing the large number of people coming together to support Palestine.
Khadled said: “I’m here to protest against the suffering of Palestinians under the occupying state.
“The atmosphere was great. It gave me a sense of hope that all was not lost.”
Present at the march were several prominent figures including singer Paloma Faith, MPs Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana, and former first minister of Scotland Humza Yousaf.
Speaking on stage, Corbyn addressed the audience and urged protestors to continue fighting and supporting the Palestinian cause.
The former Labour leader said: “The only thing we’ve got is our voice, the only thing we’ve got is the motivation the determination and the humanitarian instincts of ordinary people in this country, in the United States and all around the world.
“We are a global force – a global voice for peace, a global voice for justice, a global voice for humanity, and we are never ever going away.”
Feature image: Summia Islam
