Spain: Thousands Join National Strike in Solidarity With Palestinians

Thousands across Spain joined a national strike on Tuesday, October 15, to show solidarity with Palestinians and protest what organizers called the “genocide in Gaza.” The 24-hour action, including demonstrations and partial work stoppages, took place in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, just days after the announcement of the first phase of a US-brokered peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Protesters urged an end to violence in Gaza and called on Spain to take a stronger political stance.

Spain: Thousands Join National Strike in Solidarity With Palestinians 2

Thousands across Spain joined a national strike on Tuesday, October 15, to show solidarity with Palestinians and protest what organizers called the “genocide in Gaza.” The 24-hour action, including demonstrations and partial work stoppages, took place in major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, just days after the announcement of the first phase of a US-brokered peace plan between Israel and Hamas. Protesters urged an end to violence in Gaza and called on Spain to take a stronger political stance.

Mexico beat France

Mexico beat France

POLOKWANE, South Africa - France defender Eric Abidal (3) kneels on the field after getting an yellow card for fouling Mexico's forward Pablo Barrera (7) in the second half of a World Cup Group A match at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 17, 2010. Mexico beat France 2-0.

Mexico beat France

Mexico beat France

POLOKWANE, South Africa - France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris (top) tussles with Mexico striker Pablo Barrera in the first half of a World Cup Group A match at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 17, 2010. Mexico won 2-0.

Mexico beat France

Mexico beat France

POLOKWANE, South Africa - France defender Eric Abidal (3) kneels on the field after getting an yellow card for fouling Mexico's forward Pablo Barrera (7) in the second half of a World Cup Group A match at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 17, 2010. Mexico beat France 2-0. (Kyodo)

Mexico beat France

Mexico beat France

POLOKWANE, South Africa - France goalkeeper Hugo Lloris (top) tussles with Mexico striker Pablo Barrera in the first half of a World Cup Group A match at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, on June 17, 2010. Mexico won 2-0. (Kyodo)