Hundreds of people gathered in Berlin, Germany, on Saturday, for a demonstration in support of Palestine and against German arms supplies to Israel, Anadolu reports.
Protesters assembled on Osloer Street before marching toward Wedding metro station, condemning Israel’s occupation and seizure of Palestinian land.
Demonstrators waved Palestinian flags and carried placards calling for an end to Israeli military operations and German weapons shipments to Israel.
READ: Pro-Palestinian protesters march through Berlin
Some banners marked the 109th anniversary of the Balfour Declaration, criticizing the displacement of Palestinians and calling for recognition of their right of return.
Participants also chanted slogans expressing solidarity with Palestinians and accusing Germany of supporting Israel’s military actions.
The demonstration took place under heightened police security measures.
The march ended at Nettelbeck Square in Berlin’s Wedding district.
READ: Berlin police intervene in pro-Palestinian demonstration, detain protesters
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