Residents and community groups in Stroud joined the Red Line for Gaza demonstration on Saturday, part of a nationwide day of action calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urgent humanitarian intervention.
The Stroud event was organised by the Stroud Ceasefire Now Coalition and featured the Stroud Red Band and Extinction Rebellion Red Rebels in a striking, symbolic display of solidarity. More than 500 lined the whole length of the High Street
The coalition brings together a wide range of community and faith organisations, including Community Solidarity Stroud District, Na’amod Gloucestershire, Nailsworth Quakers, Parents for Future Stroud, Palestine Solidarity Campaign – Stroud District, Stroud Quakers, Stroud Against Racism, Stroud Red Band, Stroud District Together With Refugees, and The RYSE.
“Week after week, people in Stroud have gathered to demand peace and justice in Palestine,” said a coalition spokesperson. “This nationwide day of action is a powerful reminder that communities across the UK are united in drawing a red line for Gaza – enough is enough.”
The coalition also organises weekly vigils every Friday at 6pm at Wallbridge, Stroud, which have been running for nearly two years.
Pictures by Deborah Roberts
