JAKARTA - Five Swiss police personnel were injured in clashes in Geneva. The clashes occurred when police fired tear gas and water cannons at protesters who lined up to support the Israeli-intercepted Gaza ship fleet.
The protests, which were initially peaceful and attended by some 3,000 people, which caused traffic jams in the city center, turned violent on Thursday evening as protesters approached the bridge.
Such clashes are rare in Switzerland despite pro-Gaza protests that have gained momentum.
Israel's interception of the fleet sparked protests in Geneva, Zurich, and Bern, as well as in Italy and Colombia.
Footage shared with Reuters from Geneva showed water sprayed towards protesters, flares launched in the crowd, and riot police expelled protesters.
Police said on Friday, October 3, one person was arrested and the investigation continued after five of their officers were injured.
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A police spokesman said on Thursday that tear gas and water cannons were needed to control demonstrations.
Police said the protesters had thrown objects and caused damage to the property.
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