image sourced from original article at Thousands of demonstrators gathered in cities across Europe and North America for annual Al Quds Day rallies, expressing support for Palestinian causes and the Islamic regime in Iran. The event, established in 1979, is held on the last Friday of Ramadan. This year’s marches drew heightened scrutiny and restrictions, particularly in London, where authorities limited the rally to a static protest citing risks of public disorder.
In London, New York, Chicago, Toronto, and other cities, protesters carried Iranian and Palestinian flags and images of Iranian leaders while chanting slogans including 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel.' Some participants openly voiced support for Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Antisemitic rhetoric and conspiracy theories were also reported, including references to long-standing blood libels and claims tied to Jeffrey Epstein.
Officials in Britain and Canada attempted to curb or block certain demonstrations, arguing they could promote extremism or violence. Courts in Canada allowed the Toronto rally to proceed, citing constitutional protections for free expression. Jewish advocacy groups condemned the rallies, warning that the events featured open support for terrorism, violent threats, and antisemitic incitement.
