'Bosnia is always with Palestine' hundreds of protesters take to street in Bosnia against Israel
Sarajevo: In a display of solidarity with the people of Palestine and condemnation of Israel's actions in Gaza, hundreds of protesters marched through the streets of Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, on Sunday. The demonstration, held in Sarajevo's Bascarsija district, braved adverse weather conditions to voice support for Palestine, carrying flags and placards denouncing occupation and the tragic loss of life, particularly among children.
The protesters, undeterred by rain, chanted slogans and displayed a banner reading, "Palestine, you are not alone, Bosnia is always with you." The message resonated with the historical context, referencing the atrocities suffered by Bosnian Muslims during the 1990s massacres carried out by Serb soldiers.
The Bosnian conflict erupted in 1992, resulting in the loss of thousands of Bosnian Muslim lives. The Srebrenica massacre in July 1995, where over 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys were killed, remains a stark reminder of the brutalities endured. The Bosnian protesters sought to draw parallels between their own history and the plight of Palestinians in the face of Israeli attacks.
Safija Tadefi, one of the organizers, highlighted the objective of raising awareness about the dire situation in Palestine and advocating for a ceasefire, an end to genocide, apartheid, and ethnic cleansing. She stressed the recurring need for peaceful walks to express solidarity with Palestine, calling on individuals in influential countries, especially the USA, to pressure their governments to intervene and halt the violence.
The protesters congregated in front of Sebilje fountain in Baščaršija and proceeded towards the center of Aria, where a humanitarian bazaar was organized. The initiative included efforts to collect donations for essential supplies, such as waterproof tents, to be delivered to Gaza.
Safija Tadefi emphasized collaboration with the organization Human Appeal, actively involved in providing aid in Gaza. The protest aimed not only to express support but also to contribute to humanitarian efforts to alleviate the suffering caused by the ongoing conflict.
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Essar Group co-founder Shashi Ruia dies at 80
New Delhi (PTI): Essar Group co-founder Shashi Ruia has died after a prolonged illness. He was 80.
Ruia, who co-founded metals-to-technology conglomerate Essar with his brother Ravi, died in Mumbai around 23.55 hrs on November 25, family sources said.
He had returned from the US, where he was undergoing treatment, about a month back.
His mortal remains will be kept at Ruia House from 1 pm to 3 pm on Tuesday. The funeral procession will leave from Ruia House at 4 pm towards the Hindu Worli Crematorium.
Shashi, a first-generation entrepreneur industrialist, started his career in 1965 under the guidance of his father Nand Kishore Ruia.
He, along with his brother Ravi, laid the foundation of Essar in 1969 by constructing an outer breakwater at Chennai Port. The group expanded into various sectors, including steel, oil refining, exploration and production, telecom, power, and construction.
He is survived by his wife Manju and two sons Prashant and Anshuman.
