The "March for Gaza'' concluded this afternoon at Suhrawardy Udyan in Dhaka, ending with a powerful declaration of solidarity with the Palestinian people and a demand for international legal action against Israeli aggression.
Around 4:00 pm, Mahmudur Rahman, editor of Amar Desh, delivered the official declaration from the main stage, amid chants condemning Israel's actions in Gaza.
Rahman urged leaders of the Muslim world to sever diplomatic ties with Israel and take immediate, united steps to halt the ongoing violence. One of the declaration's central demands was the initiation of legal proceedings at the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing Israel of genocide.
The statement also called for:
- A return to pre-1967 borders,
- Official recognition of East Jerusalem as the capital of Palestine,
- An end to what was described as empty "temporary ceasefire" rhetoric, in favor of tangible action to stop the conflict,
- A definitive resolution ensuring Palestine's security and sovereignty.
Thousands of demonstrators from across Dhaka joined the rally, arriving in processions from Shahbagh, Doel Chattar, Nilkhet, and other areas. Attendees included people of all ages and backgrounds, from students and professionals to families and elders.
Maulana Abdul Malek, khatib of the National Mosque Baitul Mukarram, led a special prayer for the victims in Gaza, drawing solemn silence from the crowd.
The event saw participation from a wide political spectrum, including leaders and activists from the BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the National Citizen Party (NCP). Cultural figures, poets, and social media influencers also joined in a rare display of unity across ideological divides.
Despite differing affiliations, all participants stood together in condemning Israel’s military operations and demanding international legal accountability—specifically naming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials for prosecution.
