Two separate demonstrations took place in Gothenburg on the anniversary of Hamas' attack on Israel. One protest supported Palestine and called for an end to genocide. The other demonstration remembered Israeli victims from the October 7 attack.
Police reported both events remained peaceful throughout the day. Officers monitored the situation as protesters expressed opposing views about the ongoing conflict.
"The situation has been relatively good," said police operations chief Gabriel Perez. "Both sides were able to express their opinions."
Gothenburg, Sweden's second-largest city, has seen regular protests about the Israel-Hamas conflict since October. The city maintains a tradition of permitting peaceful demonstrations while ensuring public safety.
The competing protests highlight how the Middle East conflict continues to divide international opinion. Even in neutral Sweden, citizens feel strongly enough to organize counter-demonstrations on the same day.