Over 100,000 Protest Gaza War Across German Cities, Demanding German Arms Halt and EU Sanctions

On September 27, 2025, tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Berlin to demonstrate solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza and call for an end to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The largest rally, dubbed "All Eyes on Gaza," drew over 100,000 people according to organizers, with police estimating around 50,000 participants. Protesters demanded a halt to German arms exports to Israel, humanitarian access to Gaza, and EU sanctions against Israel, reflecting growing public dissent despite Germany's historical support for Israel due to its Holocaust responsibilities. Similar protests occurred in other German cities like Düsseldorf, where several thousand marched peacefully under slogans supporting Palestinian freedom. The Gaza conflict, ongoing since October 2023, has resulted in significant casualties and a humanitarian crisis, with a recent UN inquiry accusing Israel of genocide—a charge Israel denies, asserting its actions are self-defense and humanitarian aid is being provided. These mass protests highlight widespread European concern over the escalating violence and humanitarian situation in Gaza.