Violence erupts during anti-G7 protests in Geneva on eve of summit

Anti-G7 protests in Geneva escalated to violence on June 14, 2024, as demonstrators clashed with police on the eve of the summit. Approximately 10,000 people participated in the demonstration, with police deploying tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowds. Several individuals were arrested, and injuries were reported among both protesters and law enforcement officers. The protests were organized by a coalition of anti-globalization and environmental groups, who voiced opposition to the G7's policies on climate change, economic inequality, and international relations. The summit, scheduled to begin on June 15, 2024, brings together leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States to discuss pressing global issues.