1,500 gather for pro-Palestinian rally in Geneva

• Demonstrators marched through the Swiss city carrying Palestinian flags and calling for action over the war in Gaza.
• Mahmoud Massri, a biomedical engineer from Gaza who attended the demonstration, says the experience renewed his belief in humanity.

Around 1,500 people demonstrated in Geneva, Switzerland, calling for sanctions against 'Israel,' according to Swiss public broadcaster RTS.

The demonstrators took part in a march through Geneva and called for stronger measures against 'Israel' over the war in Gaza.

Mahmoud Massri, a biomedical engineer from Gaza who filmed the demonstration, said it was the first time he had taken part in a demonstration for Palestine. He said he walked among the protesters without telling them he was from Gaza, allowing him to observe their reactions without his presence influencing their behavior.

“I felt and truly believed that humanity is still alive,” Massri said, describing the demonstration as one of the most meaningful experiences for him.

He also called on people supporting Gaza to continue raising their voices, saying, “Please keep going. Stay as you are, and don’t get tired or give up.”

The demonstration comes amid continued international protests and calls for governments to take action over the war in Gaza.

Seeing these people, especially during these difficult days, really gives me strength. 📍Genève,Switzerland https://t.co/8lJ4H9gOJm

— Mahmoud Massri | مَحْمُود 🇵🇸 (@MahmoudMassri15) October 3, 2026

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