Tens of Thousands Rally in Brussels in Dual Protests on Gaza, Iran Regime

Brussels has been the site of significant demonstrations involving tens of thousands of participants advocating for political change in the Middle East. One large pro-Palestinian march, called the “Red Line for Gaza,” demanded an end to government and corporate complicity in Israeli actions, urging military embargoes and sanctions against Israel. Concurrently, Brussels hosted a massive rally marking the 60th anniversary of the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK), featuring speeches from prominent figures like Maryam Rajavi and former U.S. Vice President Mike Pence, emphasizing the call for a free and democratic Iran. The Iranian diaspora demonstrated for a European boycott of the Iranian regime, pushing the EU to impose tougher sanctions and designate Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization. These events collectively highlight a strong transnational demand for human rights and political accountability in the region, with coordinated calls for international action against both Israeli policies and the Iranian government. High-profile political figures and diverse groups have united in Brussels to support these causes, underscoring the city’s role as a hub for advocacy and resistance movements.