A group of activists and citizens gathered at the Belfast Docks as part of a global economic blockade in support of Palestine. Protests took place in over 50 cities worldwide, aiming to cause economic impact.
A group of activists and citizens gathered at the Belfast Docks as part of a global economic blockade in support of Palestine .
Images from Belfast Harbour show a group of protesters holding Palestine flags physically blocking a road towards the docks. A spokesperson for the A15 Belfast group said there were a few "hairy moments" throughout the day. However, overall, they said activists were "successful in their aim to cause significant disruption to trade." They said "many lorry drivers were also supportive, honking and cheering us on."
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