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Why are people protesting an Israeli cruise ship?

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People are protesting the Israeli cruise ship in Greece because it is carrying Israeli soldiers among its passengers. The protest is organized by a pro-Palestinian group to show support for Palestinian freedom.

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Riot police block protesters from Israeli cruise ship in Greece

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  • Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered at the port of Piraeus in Greece.
  • The protest targeted a cruise ship carrying Israeli soldiers among its passengers. 6s
  • The demonstration was organised by the communist-backed Labour Union PAMA. 18s
  • Riot police blocked protesters at gate E12, preventing access to the ship. 26s
  • The protest ended peacefully with demonstrators dispersing. 44s
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Riot police block protesters from Israeli cruise ship in Greece

Protesters gathered to oppose the arrival of a ship carrying Israeli soldiers among its passengers.

Riot police block protesters from Israeli cruise ship in Greece
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Riot police block protesters from Israeli cruise ship in Greece

Demonstrators held placards, waved flags, and chanted slogans calling for Palestinian freedom.

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