After the hospital explosion in Gaza, numerous protests took place in many countries, which escalated into clashes with law enforcement officers.
How tells Euronews, Palestinians and their supporters accuse Israel of orchestrating the strike:
In Beirut A protest demonstration took place at the United States Embassy; participants were dispersed with water cannons and tear gas.
In Jordan, where many Palestinian refugees live, mass protests take place outside the Israeli embassy. Security forces blocked the streets leading to the diplomatic mission.
In the West Bank of Jordan, in Hebron, Palestinians clashed with Israeli soldiers. Demonstrations also took place in Nablus and Ramallah.
In Baghdad The demonstration began in Tahrir Square. Its participants tried to enter the “green zone”, where the US mission is located, but their plans were thwarted by security forces.
In the Stambul The mass protest escalated into clashes with the police. 60 people were injured, five were arrested. Demonstrations also took place in other major Turkish cities. Authorities declared 3 days of mourning for the victims of the explosion in Gaza.
In Tehran Protesters burned Israeli flags and threw eggs at the French and British embassies.
In NYC There were demonstrations both in support of the Palestinians and in support of Israel. The police had to separate the two groups to prevent clashes.
In Athens passed two rallies, in support of Israel and Palestine. About 50 people came to the embassy to express solidarity with Israel, and a rally in support of Palestine attracted about 10 thousand.
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