Thousands protest as Trump, other world leaders set to meet for G7 summit
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- Thousands of protesters gathered in Geneva ahead of the G7 summit, led by the "No-G7" coalition comprising over 60 groups including Palestinian rights advocates, feminists, and environmentalists.
- Protesters expressed fear and opposition to the policies of President Trump and other G7 leaders, criticizing their roles in global conflicts and environmental harm.
- Swiss and French authorities have deployed thousands of police, imposed roadblocks, banned unauthorized gatherings, and supported businesses affected by potential unrest during the summit in Evian-les-Bains.
- Critics argue the G7 no longer represents the global population effectively, as its share of global GDP has declined and emerging groups like BRICS are gaining influence.
- The protests reflect broader dissatisfaction with Trump’s leadership on issues such as trade tariffs, the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, and climate policy, with prior detentions and a flotilla demonstration highlighting tensions.