Civil population in danger: Protest in Berlin for peace and ceasefire

An alliance of over 30 NGOs calls for protection for civilians in Palestine, Israel and Lebanon as well as an immediate ban on weapons.
An alliance of over 30 NGOs calls for protection for civilians in Palestine, Israel and Lebanon as well as an immediate ban on weapons. (Symbolbild/MB)

Civil population in danger: Protest in Berlin for peace and ceasefire

Washingtonplatz, 10557 Berlin, Deutschland - NAG/NAG editorial team - a wide alliance of more than 30 civil society and humanitarian organizations in Berlin demonstrated loudly in Berlin for the protection of the civilian population in Palestine, Israel and Lebanon. Under the urgent motto "For a fair peace in Palestine and Israel - protect civilian population, stop weapon exports!" If the organizers demand that the Federal Government take immediate measures for an armistice. Prominent speakers like Dr. Julia Duchrow from Amnesty International denounced the catastrophic humanitarian conditions in the conflict areas and asked for a stop of all arms deliveries to Israel to prevent weapon abuse.

The humanitarian situation is devastating in the Gaza strip, with over 42,000 deaths and countless injuries. Israel has complained more than 1,200 deaths since October 7, 2023. While the population suffers in Gaza, the conflict also escalates in Lebanon, which leads to numerous civilian victims. The NGO alliance has made clear demands: an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, stopping armaments, support for international jurisdiction and protection of freedom of expression in Germany. These topics were passionately discussed during the protest at the main train station in Berlin, where many people occurred for immediate termination of violence. Further details can be read at www.presseportal.de .

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