Pro-Palestinian protests

British retailer M&S launches investigation after anti-Israel stickers placed on potato packages

The case came to light after a customer who bought a 1.5-kilogram package of Maris Piper potatoes noticed that the package, marked as originating in Israel, had been labeled with a sticker.

Potatoes in a Marks and Spencers labeled with an anti-Israel sticker, July 15, 2026.
 Protesters from a number of London universities attend a pro-Palestine demonstration on October 7, 2025 in London, England.

Man jailed for one year over 2023 death of Jewish protester in California

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani campaigns with Brad Lander, candidate for New York’s 10th Congressional District during primary elections in New York City, US, June 23, 2026.

Mamdani touts 'Babies not Bombs' messaging as progressive primary wins signal a power balance shift

Demonstrators hold placards that read "Free Mohsen" in reference to Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian student at Columbia University, who was detained, as they gather at Foley Square in Manhattan, New York City, US, April 15, 2025.

Anti-Israel Columbia protest leader Mohsen Mahdawi fights deportation to Jordan


Toronto Police under fire for allowing pro-Palestine protesters to march past Jewish institutions

One week ago, Toronto police Deputy Chief Frank Barredo announced a new ban on pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Jewish residential areas of the city.

AL-QUDS DAY protesters march through the streets in Toronto, Ontario, on March 14, 2026.

McGill Law Faculty Chair resigns over institutional failure to protect Jewish students

Jonathan Amiel, who was also a course lecturer, told the McGill Dean that he was no longer willing or able to participate in his formal roles, or willing to fundraise on behalf of the faculty.

 Student protest at McGill University in Quebec.

‘Stop marching,’ Victoria Police in Canada tell pro-Palestine demonstrators due to police strain

Police asked organizers and participants to remain on the legislature lawn instead, “where the environment is safer and more controlled.”

 Pro-Palestine protesters take part in a protest in front of the City Hall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada May 15, 2021.

Toronto Police to deploy armed officers, bans pro-Palestinian protests in Jewish areas

As part of the measures, which come amid "heightened tensions," officers will be equipped with patrol rifles and other long guns as part of a deterrence strategy,

Toronto police stand watch near the Al-Quds day protest in Toronto, Ontario, on March 14, 2026.

‘Buffer zones’ come to California, as a lawmaker proposes limiting protests near houses of worship

Supporters say the bill is needed amid a rise in antisemitism and a wave of demonstrations outside synagogues, including at Los Angeles’ Wilshire Boulevard Temple and Adas Torah.

Anti-Israel protesters assemble outside of Adas Torah, a synagogue in the Pico Robertson neighborhood of Los angeels, July 23, 2024.

Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia released on $100K bond from Texas detention

Immigration authorities say they detained her in 2025 for overstaying her expired student visa, though her attorney said she was in the process of securing legal residence.

Columbia students, professors, gather in front of the University to rally in support of Mahmoud Khalil, Leqaa Kordia, and the numerous other community members who have been unlawfully detained by ICE, in New York City,  United States, on March 09, 2026.

Intl. Al Quds marches see thousands chant Hamas, Hezbollah support, blood libels

Al Quds Day rallies spark controversy as protesters support Hamas, Hezbollah, and the IRGC. Despite bans in several countries, rallies continue with strong police presence.

A demonstrator holds a portrait of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, at Times Square during an Al-Quds Day rally in Manhattan, New York City, US, March 13, 2026.

Germany's Merz declares commitment to Israel after pro-Palestinian heckles him at political rally

"The federal government I lead will never leave any doubt about where we stand," Merz announced to the crowd. "We stand with Israel."

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz makes a statement on the situation in the Middle East, at the chancellery in Berlin, Germany, March 1, 2026

Mamdani hosting Mahmoud Khalil at iftar sends ‘troubling message,’ NYC Jewish officials say

Controversy erupts after NYC Mayor Mamdani hosts radical activist Mahmoud Khalil for iftar, drawing criticism from Jewish leaders over his stance on Israel.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his wife Rama Duwaji react as confetti falls during his inauguration ceremony in New York City, US, January 1, 2026.

UK bans Al Quds Day march in London over terror and security concerns

The Al Quds Day Rally is a well-known part of an international day of demonstrations established in 1979 by then-Islamic supreme leader Ruhollah Musavi Khomeini.

Protestors march near Times Square for Al-Quds Day on April 5, 2024 in New York City. Al-Quds Day, also known as International Quds Day, is an annual observation held on the last Friday of Ramadan.