Israel Gaza war: Pro-Palestinian protesters hold Belfast rally

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The protestors marched from Belfast City Hall to the BBC's headquarters in Ormeau Avenue.

People Before Profit assembly member Gerry Carroll said the protest aimed to "challenge" how the BBC had covered the conflict in the Middle East.

In response, Israel has launched air strikes on Gaza which Palestinian health officials say have killed more than 4,000 people.Protesters gathered outside Belfast City Hall before making their way to Broadcasting HouseThe Belfast demonstration was organised by Belfast Stands with Palestine.The crowd chanted "BBC, shame on you", and booed when Joe Biden, Ursula von der Leyen, Rishi Sunak's names were called out.

"We have made clear the devastating human cost to civilians living in Israel and Gaza, and the unprecedented nature of what has happened," the spokesperson added. "Careful consideration has been given to all aspects of our coverage to ensure that we report on developments accurately and with due impartiality in line with the BBC Editorial Guidelines, which are publicly available."Catherine Hutton from the organisation said it wanted to send a message that "it's time for the occupation to end".

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