Thousands rally for Palestine in Chile as activists pursue UN action against Israel

Thousands rallied for Palestine in Chile, while activists pursue UN action against Israel, according to weekend reporting. The pro-Palestinian demonstration in Santiago drew supporters from social, cultural, and human rights organizations under the slogan “The Resistance Continues.” Organizers said participants gathered outside the Gabriela Mistral Cultural Center and marched through central Santiago to Aviation Square in the Providencia district. Chile’s La Tercera reported attendance of about 5,000, and local media said the event was officially authorized and ended with performances and community activities. Separately, Lawyers for Palestine announced a legal initiative to pressure the United Nations, planning to send a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres seeking procedures aimed at expelling Israel from the UN. Media reports say the effort has about 80,000 signatures, and the petition cites UN charter provisions and the required involvement of the Security Council and General Assembly.