Two and a half thousand marched in Geneva on Saturday, demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to the occupation.
The march started at the Les Grottes district and ended at the Place Neuve – crossing over the Mont-Blanc Bridge, causing major traffic disruption.
One of the marchers told the press that Switzerland has a duty to respond and demand adherence to international humanitarian law.
The march was carefully monitored by police who said there were no major problems.
Thousands march for a variety of causes
Two and a half thousand people marched through the middle of Geneva yesterday afternoon to mark International Workers’ Day.
Gender questions in schools 'irrelevant'
A questionnaire sent to parents of pupils at a primary school is causing some disquiet.
Anti-harassment programme launched in Geneva
Geneva is going to force all those who work for the canton and are in contact with children or adolescents to be aware of cases of harassment or bullying – either in person or online.
Should May 1 be a holiday?
After Labour Day marches yesterday, unions called on the government to make the day a national holiday.
A1 use largely for leisure
A new survey may prompt a rethink on the expansion of the A1 autoroute between Geneva and Lausanne.
Geneva roads to be closed for May 1st marches
Geneva police say the centre of town will be disrupted later today for May 1st marches.
