Khaberni - The city of Bilbao in northern Spain witnessed a massive demonstration in solidarity with the Palestinian people hours before a friendly match between the national teams of the Basque region and Palestine at San Mamés Stadium.
The demonstrators demanded an end to the genocide that Israel continues to commit against the Palestinian people, and emphasized the need to prosecute all those involved and complicit in committing it.
They also called for Israel to be obligated to respect international law and to withdraw unconditionally from all occupied territories.
The protesters called for a boycott of Israel and its supporters, and for the empowerment of the Palestinians in their legitimate right to a fully sovereign independent state.
The local authorities confirmed that the demonstration had the necessary permits, and that the Basque regional police would accompany it to ensure that it proceeds in a peaceful atmosphere.
The Palestinian national team has been warmly welcomed since its arrival in the city of Bilbao, accompanied by a notable public presence during its training sessions prior to the match.
This demonstration was called for by human rights organizations in the Basque region to demand an independent Palestinian state, where the organizers stated that this demonstration represents a meeting point between the two peoples since there is also a trend towards independence in the region.
