In May 2026, Danish police detained around 20 activists during a protest outside the Copenhagen headquarters of shipping company Maersk, where demonstrators accused the firm of transporting cargo linked to Israel amid the genocide in Gaza. Police reportedly used batons to disperse protesters who attempted to block entrances as part of the “Mask off Maersk” campaign. Activists carried pro-Palestinian banners and demanded the company cut all business ties supporting Israel, while authorities said force was used after protesters refused to leave private property.