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Thousands turn out for London, Manchester pro-Israel rallies
Thousands of British Jews turned out on Sunday afternoon for a pro-Israel rally in London and Manchester, held after a series of protests across Europe condemned Israel's offensive against Hamas in Gaza in often anti-Semitic terms. Organizers estimated that as many as 20,000 people participated in the London demonstration, which took place in Trafalgar Square. A parallel rally was held in Manchester's Albert Square. "It was important for Anglo-Jewry to show support and solidarity with Israel. I felt proud to be Jewish," said Theo Julius, a participant at the London demonstration. Demonstrators waved placards reading "End Hamas Terror," and "Peace for the People of Israel and Gaza." These rallies were peaceful, unlike yesterday's pro-Hamas demonstration in London. Go figure. Posted by: ryuge 2009-01-11 |
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