Outcry in Italy over arms exports to Israel amid genocide in Gaza
Thousands of people joined a 'Stop the Genocide' rally in the Italian capital on Saturday organized, among others, by the movement of the Palestinian students and the Association of the Palestinians in Italy.
The initiative dubbed 'Stop the Genocide' also saw the participation of high school students and their families.
People at the rally strongly condemned Italy's unwavering support for the Israeli regime.
Italy that claims to be a democratic nation is a country where the government goes against the people's will.
Profits always come first, even when genocide is taking place.
I am teaching my kids to never give up the fight and to never accept being submitted.
Italian Protestor
The Italian Minister of Defence, Guido Grosseto, has recently stated that Rome has continued to export arms to Israel despite assurances last year that the government was blocking such sales following Tel Aviv's invasion of the Gaza Strip.
Western governments have been systematically supporting Zionism and Israel's criminal regime, notwithstanding the protest against Israeli crimes that have been taking place across the globe. Italy's support to Tel Aviv must stop once and for all.
Bruno Papale, Solidarity for Palestinians Committee
Some Italian media reports recently revealed that, despite the Italian government's denials, the value of arms sales to Israel more than tripled in December 2023 compared with the same month in 2022, and December last year, was the peak of Israeli bombardments on the Gaza. Strip.
A solution to the onslaught in Gaza could be found if the international community stopped militarily supporting Israel. Italy on its side has been actively arming Israel through companies such as Leonardo and others.
If we don't make sure that the Palestinians right to self determination is protected, then nothing will ever change.
Luisa Morgantina, Former EU Parliament Vice-President
Earlier this week, more protests and initiatives in solidarity with the besieged Palestinians were held in several Italian cities, including Milan and Naples.
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