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Trial of Yamin Makri: Hundreds in Lyon decry repression targeting pro-Palestinian figure

A gathering outside the Lyon courthouse in support of a long-time pro-Palestinian activist slams the case as part of a larger political effort to criminalize solidarity with the Palestinian cause.

Qassem Hassan
Press TV, Lyon

Pro-Palestinian activist Yamin Makri, a prominent figure in Lyon for more than three decades, appeared before the Lyon Judicial Court.

He is charged with “apology of terrorism” for Facebook posts from 2022 mentioning Palestinian resistance. A protest was held outside the court in support of the activist.