Gaza Freedom Flotilla solidarity protests around the world - in pictures

People protest in front of the Israeli embassy in Athens, Greece, in support of the Freedom Flotilla vessel Madleen that was intercepted by Israeli forces while on its way to deliver aid to Gaza. Reuters
A woman waves Palestinian flags during a demonstration in support of the Freedom Flotilla, in Mexico City. Reuters
A placard reading 'Palestine will live' is raised during a solidarity rally for Gaza in Paris. EPA
Jean-Luc Melenchon, leader of France's LFI party, delivers a speech during a solidarity rally for Gaza in Paris. EPA
Pro-Palestine demonstrators during a rally in Milan, Italy. EPA
Sri Lankan pro-Palestine activists stage a protest in Colombo, calling for the release of the 12 international volunteers on board the Madleen who were detained by Israeli troops. EPA
Protesters clash with police during a demonstration in support of the Freedom Flotilla, outside the Foreign Office in London. Getty Images
An Israeli man confronts Israeli activists holding placards and waving Palestinian flags as they protest near the port of Ashdod, Israel. EPA