Thousands of protesters have convened at Downing Street in London, voicing strong opposition against the UK's perceived complicity in the ongoing conflict in Gaza, particularly in relation to the Israeli actions in Rafah. The demonstrators are calling for an immediate ceasefire in the region, emphasizing that Hamas must also agree to this ceasefire. The protests have drawn attention to the UK government's stance, with calls for it to take a more active role in advocating for peace and to pressure Israel to halt its military actions. The situation in Rafah has been described as catastrophic, with the Israeli government facing criticism for not heeding warnings about the potential consequences of its attack. The demand for a ceasefire is coupled with a call for the release of all hostages. The protests are marked by chants against UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, with protesters shouting "Rishi Sunak, shame on you!", accusing him of supporting what they describe as Israel's genocide in Rafah.
“Suddenly, politicians who fought tooth and nail against a ceasefire are now shocked and appalled by Israel’s onslaught on Rafah.” Pro-Palestine protesters gathered on Downing Street in London, demanding that the UK government call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. https://t.co/eFDXPpqL7v
“Rishi Sunak, shame on you!” HAPPENING NOW: Massive protest outside Downing Street in London, demanding the UK government to stop supporting Israel’s genocide in Rafah. 🇵🇸 🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸🇵🇸 https://t.co/gzKWVH5XsF
⚡ Protesters are gathering at Downing Street in London, protesting against British complicity in the Israeli war against Gaza. https://t.co/QE7UffgPhO
Protesters are gathering at Downing Street in London, protesting against British complicity in the Israeli massacre in Rafah and demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. https://t.co/rCsmrth6AU
Thousands are gathering at Downing Street in London, protesting against British complicity in the Israeli massacre in Rafah and demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. https://t.co/1YWlsWFqR7
It's clear the Israeli govt is refusing to heed warnings about catastrophic implications of an attack on Rafah The UK govt must call for an immediate ceasefire. Hamas must also agree to this ceasefire of course, and release all hostages. And there's more UK could be doing ...🧵 https://t.co/zXVnqUthy8