Greece: Concert held on Greek island of Syros in support of Gaza-bound Global Sumud Flotilla.

SHOTLIST SYROS, GREECE (MAY 2, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF PARTICIPANTS HANGING BANNERS, MUSICIANS PERFORMING, CHILDREN HOLDING PALESTINIAN FLAGS, CONCERT CROWD AND LIVE MUSIC PERFORMANCE 2. ORGANIZERS SPEAKING AT EVENTSYROS, GREECE - MAY 2: A concert in support of Palestinians and the Global Sumud Flotilla was held on the Greek island of Syros on Saturday, May 2, drawing dozens of participants ahead of a planned aid mission to Gaza, organizers said. The event took place as activists in Greece prepare to join the flotilla, which aims to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza and draw attention to the ongoing blockade. Video shows participants hanging banners, musicians performing on stage and attendees gathering with Palestinian flags during the concert. An organizer speaking at the event criticized Greece’s support for Israel and highlighted the humanitarian impact of the situation in Gaza. The speaker said the flotilla represents both an aid initiative and an effort to raise international awareness, adding that participants remain committed despite pressure and recent developments. Organizers said around 50 activists are expected to depart from Syros aboard several boats in the coming days to join the flotilla.