Hundreds of Thousands Protest Gaza War, Accuse Italian Government Complicity in Rome

On June 7, a massive demonstration took place in Rome with organizers estimating around 300,000 participants protesting against the war in Gaza. The rally, led by opposition parties including the Democratic Party, Five Star Movement, and Greens–Left Alliance, accused the far-right government of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of complicity in the conflict. Protesters carried Palestinian flags, peace banners, and signs calling for an end to the violence, demanding Meloni break her silence and condemn Israeli actions. The peaceful march progressed from Piazza Vittorio to San Giovanni, where speakers urged for a humanitarian halt to the military campaign and criticized the government's stance. The protest highlighted widespread public dissent and increasing pressure on Italy's government amid international scrutiny over Israel's blockade and military operations in Gaza. Some protesters also criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with a variety of flags, including Israeli ones, present at the demonstration.