Protests, Politics, and Palestine: Why Is This the UK’s Problem Again?

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Protests, Politics, and Palestine: Why Is This the UK’s Problem Again?

Ah, another weekend in London, another massive protest about something that has nothing to do with Britain. This time, tens of thousands gathered to march for Palestine—because apparently, the best way to fix the Middle East is to shout about it outside a Pret a Manger on Whitehall.

For those keeping score, this was the 24th major pro-Palestine protest in the UK since October 7, 2023. Yes, 24. At this point, there are probably more protests than days off work, and I’m starting to wonder if these people have a loyalty card where the 25th protest gets them a free coffee.

Why is This the UK’s Problem?

Let’s be clear: the UK is not in Gaza, the UK is not in Israel, and Britain is not secretly running the Middle East. Yet, for some reason, thousands of people seem to think blocking traffic in Westminster will magically solve a centuries-old conflict 4,000 miles away.

Now, don’t get me wrong—people have a right to protest. But surely, at some point, someone should ask:

❓ What, exactly, is the UK supposed to do about this?
❓ Is blocking the entrance to McDonald’s on a Saturday really going to bring peace to the Middle East?
❓ If the goal is to "raise awareness," do they know that literally everyone already knows about this?

And let’s not forget the bizarre protest signs that always show up:

  • "Hands off Gaza!" (I’m pretty sure Rishi Sunak has never been to Gaza.)
  • "Stand up to Trump!" (Mate, this is London, not Florida.)
  • "Free Palestine!" (Okay, but how? What’s the actual plan here?)

Trump Enters the Chat

Of course, things got even weirder when Donald Trump somehow got dragged into this. Apparently, the former US President suggested that America should take over Gaza and turn it into the “Riviera of the Middle East.”

Yes, you heard that right.
The same man who ran a chain of bankrupt casinos now wants to rebuild Gaza into a five-star tourist hotspot.

So naturally, the protesters responded by marching to the US embassy in London, because, of course, the best way to oppose Trump’s ideas is to inconvenience random people on Vauxhall Bridge.

The Arrests: Protests Gone Wrong (Again)

The protest ended with eight arrests, including:

  • One man (79 years old!) arrested for giving a Nazi salute.
  • Others for criminal damage and supporting banned organizations.

That’s right, folks—a march that was supposedly about "peace and justice" somehow ended with a pensioner throwing up a Nazi salute and people getting nicked for illegal activities.

Classic.

But Seriously, Why Here?

Let’s break it down logically:

✔ Israel and Palestine? – Not in Britain.
✔ The US Embassy? – Also not running foreign policy for the UK.
✔ The people stuck in London traffic because of this? – Definitely not responsible for the conflict.

So why is the UK constantly at the center of global protests about things we have no control over?

Maybe it’s because:
1️⃣ The UK loves a good protest. Whether it’s climate change, Brexit, or the price of pints, Brits will march for anything if given the chance.
2️⃣ Some people just enjoy the drama. Let’s be honest, a lot of these people probably just want an excuse to shout at the police.
3️⃣ Nobody knows what else to do. The Middle East conflict is a complex, geopolitical nightmare, so it’s easier to just chant slogans and hope for the best.

Final Thoughts: Can We At Least Protest Something Useful?

While thousands march for Gaza, here’s what’s happening in the UK:

  • Energy bills are still ridiculous.
  • Housing prices are a joke.
  • The NHS is struggling.
  • And potholes are multiplying like rabbits.

So, instead of filling London’s streets every weekend over things we can’t control, how about we protest something that actually affects Britain?

Or at the very least, give us all a break and do it somewhere that doesn’t block traffic. 🚗🚦😂

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