In Frankfurt am Main, police employed water cannons to safeguard a Jewish cemetery amid protests by anti-Israeli demonstrators. The demonstration, titled “United4Gaza — Stop the genocide now!”, drew approximately 11,000 participants and took place yesterday.
The march traversed several parts of the city, including passing the Old Jewish Cemetery and the Jewish Museum. Authorities stated that the police deployment aimed to prevent potential vandalism or violence at these significant sites.
The demonstration focused on expressing solidarity with Gaza and calling for an end to what organizers described as a genocide. The event’s route through prominent Jewish landmarks prompted heightened security measures, including the use of water cannons, which were employed to maintain public order and protect the sites.
Police reported no immediate injuries but emphasized the importance of handling the protests in a manner that balances freedom of expression with security concerns. The incident underscores ongoing tensions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict and the challenges of managing large-scale demonstrations in multicultural urban settings.