Protesters in New York Call for an End to Israeli Bombings in Gaza

Protesters in New York Call for an End to Israeli Bombings in Gaza

VoM News Desk | October 14, 2023 | 02:40 PM IST | North America, Palasteine, World | Follow on Google News

Protesters in New York Call for an End to Israeli Bombings in Gaza .

Protesters in New York Call for an End to Israeli Bombings in Gaza

New York City witnessed a massive demonstration on Friday, with thousands of protesters taking to the streets to denounce Israeli bombings in the Gaza Strip. Chants of “Free Palestine” resonated as demonstrators called for an end to the “Israeli occupation” and the “liberation” of Palestinian territories.

A Diverse and Youthful Protest

The protest drew a diverse crowd, predominantly consisting of young people of various backgrounds, some displaying Palestinian flags and keffiyehs. Accusations of “genocide” by Israel were heard, and calls were made for the United States to withdraw its support for its Middle Eastern ally.

Escalation of Conflict and Calls for Peace

The recent escalation of violence began when Hamas fighters from Gaza crossed into Israel, leading to a significant loss of life, mostly civilians. Israel responded with a relentless missile barrage on Gaza, resulting in further civilian casualties. Thousands of Gazans attempted to evacuate to southern Gaza following Israel’s warning of an expected ground offensive.

“I’m extremely worried, this has to stop,” said Liz Zacharia, a professor who attended the march. She emphasized the need to end the Israeli settler colonial project and expressed concern about the ongoing cycle of violence and oppression of Palestinians.

Controversial Slogan and Protests in Other Cities

Protesters chanted “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,” a slogan that some consider anti-Semitic and interpret as calling for the destruction of Israel, while supporters assert that it advocates equality for both Palestinians and Israelis.

In Brooklyn, dozens of protesters were arrested after a demonstration in front of the home of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who plans to travel with a congressional delegation to Israel. The demonstration was organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, which is calling for an end to what it describes as genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Elected officials, rabbis, and descendants of Holocaust survivors were among those arrested.

In Miami, around 200 pro-Palestinian demonstrators gathered, with heavy police presence ensuring separation from a smaller group of pro-Israel demonstrators. Protesters expressed their concerns about the ongoing conflict and its impact on innocent people.

Global Concern for the Conflict

The conflict has garnered worldwide attention and concern, with calls for a peaceful resolution and an end to the violence in the region.

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