Geneva, Switzerland – Demonstrators gathered in Geneva to participate in a protest march organized by groups and organizations affiliated with the “No to the G7” coalition.
This comes ahead of the G7 summit scheduled to take place in Evian, France, from June 15 to 17.
The demonstrations were held amidst a heavy security presence and heightened security measures implemented by Swiss and French authorities.
Preparations for the protests
Swiss police reported that the situation over the past few hours has been calm, with no security incidents related to the protests.
They confirmed the deployment of significant security reinforcements in anticipation of the planned march in Geneva.
The “No to the G7” coalition comprises more than 60 organizations, unions,
and associations belonging to leftist, labor, and feminist movements.
The organizers of the demonstration emphasize that its aim is to peacefully
express their rejection of the economic and security policies adopted by the G7 countries.
The G7 summit is currently underway in Evian, France, with the participation of the leaders of the United States,
Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan. Several invited countries are also attending.
Widespread security deployment
The summit is expected to address key international issues, including developments in the Middle East conflict,
maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and the war in Ukraine, in addition to economic and security matters of mutual interest.
French and Swiss authorities have raised security levels as the summit approaches.
Thousands of police, military, and border guards have been deployed to secure the events and prevent any potential disturbances.
Lake Geneva also witnessed symbolic demonstrations by activists in support of Gaza,
coinciding with the summit preparations and the arrival of participating delegations.
Authorities emphasize that the measures taken are aimed at ensuring the summit takes place in a safe environment
and preventing a recurrence of the violence that has marred some international summits in previous years.
