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San Fermín Festival Blends Joy with Palestine Solidarity

7/7/2025

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The San Fermín festival ignited in Pamplona, Spain, on July 6, 2025, with the iconic chupinazo rocket. This year, the vibrant celebration took a poignant turn as tens of thousands rallied for Palestine, led by Yala Nafarroa, chanting “Free Palestine.” The festival beautifully intertwined joy and activism, echoing a powerful message of global solidarity amidst ongoing struggles.

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The San Fermín festival ignited in Pamplona, Spain, on July 6, 2025, with the iconic chupinazo rocket. This year, the vibrant celebration took a poignant turn as tens of thousands rallied for Palestine, led by Yala Nafarroa, chanting “Free Palestine.” The festival beautifully intertwined joy and activism, echoing a powerful message of global solidarity amidst ongoing struggles.