Protest erupts across the US against military support for Israel
Protesters in several US cities took to the streets on Tuesday to oppose American military support for Israel, as tensions escalated concerns of a wider Middle Eastern conflict grow. Since Monday, Israel's strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon have killed over 560 people, including children. (Photo: AP)
Slogans reflect growing anger over Middle East policy
Protesters chanted slogans such as "Hands off the Middle East", "Free Palestine," and "Biden, Harris, Trump and Bibi; none are welcome in our city," referencing US President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, former President Donald Trump, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Photo: Reuters)
Protestors call for Arms embargo on Israel
Anti-war activists, including those from the ANSWER coalition which stands for "Act Now to Stop War and End Racism", called for an arms embargo on Israel, accusing the US of enabling Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon by providing military supplies such as bombs and warplanes. (Photo: Reuters)
Protesters wave flag in solidarity with Lebanon
Protesters were seen waving the Lebanon flag as they gathered to oppose the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Since Monday, Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon have resulted in over 560 deaths, including children. UN leaders are holding high-level meetings to address the growing crisis. (Photo: Reuters)
Banners and chants fill Herald Square during the protest
Dozens of protesters gathered in Herald Square, carrying banners such as "Hands off Lebanon now" and "no US-Israeli war on Lebanon." They chanted slogans like "Hands off the Middle East" and "Free Palestine," demanding an end to US military support for Israel. (Photo: Reuters)
Biden's ceasefire call contrasts with continued support for Israel
Despite protests, the US has reaffirmed its "ironclad" support for Israel, with President Biden also calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Israel's military campaign, following the October 7 Hamas attack, has caused over 41,000 deaths, this has led to accusations of genocide, which Israel denies. (Photo: Reuters)
Activists rally in multiple cities
A smaller group of protesters gathered near the White House on a rainy evening, voicing opposition to US support for Israel. Protests also took place in San Francisco, Seattle, San Antonio, and Phoenix, as Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed over 560 people. (Photo: Reuters)
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