Armed with tomatoes, thousands of people have attended Spain's La Tomatina Festival. The festival, held annually in Buñol near Valencia, involves participants throwing tomatoes at each other in a lively and messy food fight. Notably, the tomatoes used during this event are unfit for consumption, emphasizing the festival's emphasis on fun rather than waste. In a poignant gesture, some festival-goers also displayed Palestinian flags, indicating their solidarity with Gaza during this playful chaos. With its unique blend of tradition and modern expressions of support, La Tomatina continues to be a highlight on Spain’s cultural calendar.
Tomato Wars: Thousands Delight in Spain's La Tomatina Festival

Tomato Wars: Thousands Delight in Spain's La Tomatina Festival
An exuberant food fight draws crowds to Spain for the annual La Tomatina Festival, with participants using inedible tomatoes to create a joyful tomato war while expressing their support for Gaza.
The La Tomatina Festival in Buñol, Spain, attracted thousands of participants who engaged in a massive tomato fight using tomatoes deemed unfit for consumption. Amid the chaos, several attendees showcased their support for Gaza by displaying Palestinian flags.