rssOct 11, 2026, 09:18

Protest against genocide in Gaza on Dam Square, silent march from Amstelveld

Demonstrators are gathering in Amsterdam today for a silent march starting at the Amstelveld followed by a nationwide protest at Dam Square. The events aim to protest against the situation in Gaza and call for international sanctions.

Protesters are gathering in Amsterdam today to demonstrate against the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The day begins with a silent march organized by the group Witnesses of Gaza, which departs from the Amstelveld at 12:30 p.m. to commemorate Palestinian children who have lost their lives. This march serves as a precursor to a larger, nationwide demonstration scheduled for the afternoon.

The silent procession will conclude at Dam Square, where the Plant an Olive Tree foundation has coordinated a major protest. Starting at 2:00 p.m., the event will feature various speakers, including Nawa Sira van Sluijs and Abdelkader Benali, to advocate for international sanctions against the current Israeli military actions. Following the scheduled program on the square, participants intend to continue their demonstration by marching through the city center to maintain pressure on local and national authorities.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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