Palestine Weekend Agenda Highlights Key Events
Recent events in France have sparked significant public actions in support of Palestine. Various protests have taken place, with a particular focus on supermarket chains and their involvement in the ongoing conflict.
Key Events Supportive of Palestine
The weekend saw a surge in activities centered around the support for Palestine. These included:
- Boycotts of Major Brands: Activists called for a boycott of Carrefour and McDonald’s due to their alleged support for Israeli military initiatives.
- Demonstrations in Paris: A funeral cortege was organized to commemorate the ongoing humanitarian crisis and advocate for the release of 10,000 Palestinian hostages.
- Police Presence: Around 500 police officers were deployed, but their efforts failed to prevent the growing demonstrations in support of Palestine.
Specific Actions Against Carrefour
On February 17, 2024, multiple protests occurred at Carrefour supermarkets. Activists aimed to highlight the company’s actions and their implications.
- Protesters criticized Carrefour’s delivery of food parcels to Israeli soldiers, which they linked to violence in Gaza.
- Alexandre Bompard, CEO of Carrefour, faced direct questioning from activists about these shipments.
Growing Public Discontent
The protests reflect rising frustration with the French government’s perceived inaction regarding the situation in Palestine. Demonstrators are demanding more significant governmental intervention and an end to complicity with companies supporting military actions.
The “Stop Genocide” Collective’s interventions included occupying the French Football Federation to protest against upcoming football matches with Israel.
The movements are characterized by a united front advocating for justice and human rights for Palestinians, marking a notable shift in public sentiment and activism in France.
