On Saturday, nearly 150,000 people marched in London to protest Israel's massacres in Gaza, Jerusalem, and other areas of historic Palestine. The Palestinian Forum in Britain (PFB), Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC), Friends of Al-Aqsa (FOA), Stop the War Coalition, and the Muslim Association of Britain (MAB) organized the protest (MAB).
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn spoke at the protest, expressing his sorrow and concern for the victims of Israel's attack on Gaza.
Dr. Husam Zomlot, the Palestinian ambassador to the United Kingdom, said that the large turnout is proof that public sentiment and solidarity with Palestinians are strong.
The protest, which coincided with the 73rd anniversary of the Palestinian Nakba, was a reminder of Britain's complicity against the Palestinian people, which started with the Balfour Declaration, according to PFB Vice President Zahir Birawi. He went on to say that unless Britain apologizes and stops helping Israel's terrorist state, the Palestinian people will never forget or forgive these crimes.
Despite the Israeli government's atrocities, MAB president Raghad Altikriti expressed gratitude to the Palestinian people for their determination and resilience, while criticizing the British government's disgraceful silence. Altikriti praised everyone who responded to the call and came out to show their support for the Palestinian people. She emphasized the Palestinian people's right to live, resist, and return.
A massive demonstration was held in Manchester, with over 5,000 people in attendance. Afzal Khan, the city's former mayor, stressed the importance of supporting the Palestinian cause and keeping Britain morally and legally responsible for the Palestinian people. He also requested that the unlawful military occupation of Palestine be officially acknowledged.
Protests were held in other cities as well, including Birmingham and Bradford.