Protests in support of Palestine took place around the world over the weekend, including in Australia, the US, and Europe. In London, scuffles broke out between pro-Palestinian protesters and counter-demonstrators, leading to 17 arrests. In Hamburg, Germany, nearly 950 people peacefully demonstrated. In Paris, Rome, and New York, protesters gathered to call for a ceasefire. Violence erupted in Rome when police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse demonstrators.
In Gaza, an Israeli strike on a mosque turned shelter killed 21 people, and tensions escalated as violence continued. The UN Secretary-General António Guterres condemned the violence and called for immediate release of hostages. The US evacuated citizens from Lebanon as the situation deteriorated.
Beirut faced intense Israeli air strikes, with explosions reported across the city. Israel continued to target Gaza and the West Bank, causing casualties. Iran warned of strong retaliation to any Israeli attack, while Israel threatened retaliation against Iran for a missile attack. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized France for calling for an arms embargo, leading to tensions between the two countries. The president of Ireland condemned Israel’s demand for UN peacekeepers to leave southern Lebanon. The situation remains tense as violence and clashes persist in the region.
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