Thousands of demonstrators across Europe gathered on February 1, 2026, to express solidarity with Palestine and protest Israel’s continued attacks on Gaza despite a ceasefire. Protesters called on European governments to stop selling weapons to Israel, according to Anadolu Agency.

In the United Kingdom, several thousand pro-Palestinian demonstrators assembled at London’s Russell Square and marched toward Whitehall, home to the Prime Minister’s Office at 10 Downing Street. They condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, accused it of violating the ceasefire, and criticized the British government for continuing arms exports to Israel. British MPs Zarah Sultana and John McDonnell joined the march. Protesters carried Palestinian flags and placards, urging British authorities and companies to withdraw support for Israel’s actions.

In Sweden, hundreds gathered at Stockholm’s Odenplan Square to protest Israel’s attacks on Gaza and restrictions on humanitarian aid. Organizers from several civic groups accused Israel of breaching the ceasefire that began on October 10, 2025, and urged the Swedish government to end arms sales to Israel. Since the ceasefire began, 524 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli operations.