As the anniversary of the October 7 events approaches, cities around the world have witnessed massive pro-Palestinian protests. Demonstrators in London faced clashes with police, resulting in numerous arrests as tens of thousands gathered to voice their opposition to the ongoing conflict. Similar rallies took place in major cities including Berlin, Rome, and New York, where participants called for a ceasefire and marked what they describe as a 'year of genocide' in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Activists gathered not just in Europe and North America, but also in places like Bengaluru and Ottawa, uniting under a common call for peace and resistance. Concerns of escalating tensions have led European cities to heighten security measures in anticipation of these large gatherings.