Mass Rally in London on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People
The British capital witnessed, at noon on Saturday 29 November, a mass march heading toward Whitehall as part of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.
Wide Calls for Participation: “Palestine Is Not Alone”
The organisers issued broad calls to members of the Palestinian, Arab, and Muslim communities in the UK, along with supporters from diverse social backgrounds, to join this public mobilisation under the slogan:
“Together to end the occupation, stop arming the occupying state, and dismantle the apartheid regime.”
They stressed that broad participation sends a clear message that “the voice of justice cannot be silenced, and Palestine will not be abandoned,” urging families and individuals to view this day as a new milestone in the path of global solidarity with the Palestinian people.
A Distinguished Line-up of Speakers from Politics, Media, and the Arts
The organisers revealed a diverse list of speakers taking part in the event, including prominent political, media, and cultural figures such as:
• Bell Ribeiro-Addy, Member of the UK Parliament
• Mary Lou McDonald, leader of Sinn Féin
• Peter Oborne, writer and journalist
• Denise Gough, well-known actress
• Hala Hneina, Palestinian activist from Gaza
This diversity reflects the broadening base of public and professional support for the Palestinian cause within British society, particularly amid growing political and media voices calling for an end to the war and accountability for violations in Gaza.
Accusations Against Police for Imposing Unjustified Restrictions on the March
In a related context, the coalition of Palestine solidarity organisations expressed its rejection of what it described as “increasing police restrictions” on pro-Palestine events.
The coalition noted that although police had agreed on 10 November to the assembly point and route, they requested less than 72 hours before the event that the gathering point be moved from Park Lane to Hyde Park Corner/Piccadilly, alleging “disruption to businesses,” without providing clear reasons or supporting evidence.
The coalition described the decision as “another example of unjustified restrictions targeting pro-Palestine mobilisation,” affirming that such measures will not deter them from continuing to organise peaceful events.
The signatory organisations include:
The Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC), the Palestinian Forum in Britain, Friends of Al-Aqsa, Stop the War, the Muslim Association of Britain, and the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND).
Months of Ongoing Demonstrations
Saturday’s march comes as part of a series of massive protests that London has witnessed over recent months, involving hundreds of thousands of participants — one of the largest waves of demonstrations linked to an international cause the UK has seen in recent years.
Organisers affirm that this event represents a new step in mounting public pressure to halt arms exports to Israel and strengthen efforts toward achieving a just peace that guarantees the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.
Statement from the Palestinian Forum in Britain: “The Movement Is Expanding Despite Restrictions”
Adnan Hammoudan, Deputy Chair of the Palestinian Forum in Britain, said:
“This march continues a popular movement that has not stopped since the start of the assault on Gaza — it is expanding and growing in presence despite all attempts at pressure and restriction. The voices of the hundreds of thousands who filled London’s streets throughout the past year affirm that efforts to whitewash the image of the occupying state will not succeed, because the facts of genocide, siege, and ethnic cleansing cannot be hidden, no matter how official narratives shift.”
He added:
“At the Palestinian Forum in Britain, we believe this stage requires expanding the momentum of the movement and deepening partnerships with political, civil, and trade-union forces that support justice. Our message is clear: the British government must immediately stop arming the occupation and respect people’s right to peaceful protest. Your participation on Saturday is not symbolic — it is a collective responsibility to defend the truth and the rights of Palestinians.”
Organisers and Partners
This march is organised by a group of active institutions within the UK’s Palestine Solidarity Coalition, including:
– The Palestinian Forum in Britain
– Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC)
– Muslim Association of Britain
– Friends of Al-Aqsa
– Stop the War
– Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament (CND)
Alongside dozens of community and trade-union organisations that have joined the movement over recent months.
Source: The Standard
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