RismadarVoice Reporters
November 8, 2026
More than 200,000 demonstrators marched through Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on Sunday, demanding stronger government action against Israel over its military operations in Gaza.
The demonstration, organised under the “Red Line” campaign, brought together protesters calling for tougher economic sanctions, an end to Dutch arms sales to Israel and greater protection for Palestinian civilians.
Amnesty International’s Dutch branch, one of the organisers, estimated attendance at more than 200,000, although the figure was not independently verified.
Many participants wore red clothing and carried Palestinian flags, banners and placards bearing messages opposing the war.
The protest began at Museum Square, known locally as Museumplein, before demonstrators marched through surrounding streets and returned to the square.
Organisers adopted the theme “No Money for Genocide”, accusing the Dutch government of failing to take sufficient action against Israel.
The demonstration was supported by several organisations, including Amnesty International, Oxfam Novib, Save the Children and PAX.
Some participants criticised the government’s economic and diplomatic relations with Israel, while others demanded an immediate end to attacks on civilians in Gaza.
Israel rejects accusations that its military campaign constitutes genocide, maintaining that its operations followed the Hamas-led attacks of October 7, 2023.
The subsequent conflict has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and caused widespread destruction across Gaza.
Despite a ceasefire introduced in October 2025, further Palestinian deaths have been reported, raising concerns about the durability of the agreement.
Sunday’s demonstration was the fourth major Red Line protest organised in the Netherlands, following earlier mass gatherings in The Hague and Amsterdam.
The latest protest comes amid continuing diplomatic disagreements between the Dutch government and Israel.
In September 2026, the Netherlands implemented restrictions prohibiting the import, purchase and sale of goods originating from unlawful Israeli settlements in occupied Palestinian territory.
However, campaigners argue that additional measures, including broader sanctions and restrictions on military cooperation, remain necessary.
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten, who attended a similar demonstration before becoming prime minister, did not participate in Sunday’s march.
Speaking on Friday, Jetten defended his administration’s approach, citing humanitarian assistance, settlement-related trade restrictions and diplomatic pressure aimed at improving conditions in Gaza.
He said his government would continue engaging international partners while addressing the humanitarian crisis.
The demonstration concluded with renewed calls for stronger international action, accountability and the protection of civilians affected by the conflict.
