Mexico City — Thousands marched peacefully through the capital on Sunday, waving Palestinian flags and hoisting placards that called for justice and solidarity with civilians in Gaza, as renewed indirect talks between Israel and Hamas opened in Egypt.
Organised by a coalition of student groups, human-rights organisations and pro-Palestinian activists, the procession wound through central avenues with chants demanding an immediate ceasefire and the release of remaining hostages. Demonstrators also urged Mexico’s government to sever diplomatic ties with Israel and take a stronger stance at international forums over the war.
The march reflected mounting public anger at Gaza’s humanitarian crisis. Israel’s continuing offensive has levelled entire neighbourhoods and left widespread shortages of food, water and medicine. Those who can are fleeing new Israeli assaults on Gaza City amid rubble-strewn streets, while many others remain trapped by fighting and the collapse of basic services.
Protesters in Mexico City linked their demands to the talks in Egypt, where mediators are seeking a formula to halt the fighting and secure hostage releases. Demonstrators said international pressure is essential to translate negotiations into tangible relief for civilians. Banners called for accountability for attacks on non-combatants and protections for aid corridors.
Student blocs featured prominently, with contingents from major universities marching behind large flags and hand-painted signs. Rights groups set up information booths along the route, distributing summaries of humanitarian law and urging attendees to support relief organisations working in the enclave. Organisers emphasised that the demonstration was peaceful and inclusive; volunteer marshals guided crowds and coordinated with local authorities to keep thoroughfares clear.
Mexico’s foreign ministry has condemned attacks on civilians and supported diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire, but has not cut relations with Israel. March leaders said they would continue public actions and petition lawmakers to adopt firmer measures, including sanctions and suspension of bilateral agreements, unless there is swift progress toward a ceasefire and expanded humanitarian access.
As dusk fell, participants held a brief vigil for victims of the conflict before dispersing. Organisers announced plans for follow-up forums, campus teach-ins and a nationwide day of action aligned with international solidarity events, saying sustained civic pressure is needed “until the bombs stop and aid gets in.”
