Hundreds of Filipinos protesting US backing for Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza attempted to storm the US embassy in the Philippine capital, Manila. Clashes between the protesters and the police broke out before the activists were eventually allowed to protest outside the US embassy.
Renato Reyes, secretary-general of the popular activist group Bayan, told reporters the US had an “overwhelming responsibility” for the events happening in Gaza. Similar to the Middle East, US imperialism enjoys a strong presence on the island nation, prompting opposition among the populace.
