In Rome, a massive protest drew up to 300,000 participants advocating for Palestinian support amid the ongoing war in Gaza. Organized by Italy's opposition parties, demonstrators expressed frustration over the government's perceived silence regarding the conflict. Center-left Democratic Party leader Elly Schlein emphasized the need for a more vocal stance against the violence in Gaza, portraying the protest as a significant public outcry against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's limited criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's actions. The rally highlighted growing unease within Italy about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where civilians face dire conditions.
The protest attracted a diverse crowd from across the country, including many families with children.
There is another Italy that doesn't remain silent as the Meloni government does, she said, referring to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
This is an enormous popular response to say enough to the massacre of Palestinians and the crimes of Netanyahu's government.
Earlier this week, the Italian leader urged Israel to immediately halt its military campaign in Gaza, saying its attacks had grown disproportionately.
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