Thousands protest in Brussels against violence in Gaza
Thousands of citizens, trade unions, youth organisations, cultural centres and many other associations have gathered in Brussels for a protest march against Israeli violence in the Gaza Strip. The protesters are dressed in red, symbolising a red line against violence. Sunday's action is led by 11.11.11, the umbrella organisation for international solidarity.
The march started near North Station at 14.45 and headed towards the European quarter, where it was expected to arrive at around 17.00. Before the march started, Belgian artists Koen Wauters, Tamino and Zwangere Guy performed.
With this symbolic action, 11.11.11, like the countless organisations that have joined the action, wants to convince policymakers in Belgium and the European Union to take a stand against Israel. For the time being, many words are spoken, but actions are lacking, the NGO says.
According to 11.11.11, more than 70 per cent of Belgians believe that the EU should impose sanctions on Israel, just as sanctions are imposed on Russia. “War crimes, targeting civilians and blocking aid can no longer go unpunished,” says the NGO. “Enough is enough.”
Protest march in Brussels against Israeli violence in the Gaza Strip, 15 June 2025 © BELGA PHOTO NICOLAS MAETERLINCK
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