Protesters rally against U.S. backing of Israel amid escalating tensions in the Middle East

Protesters in several U.S. cities held demonstrations against American military support for Israel, calling for an arms embargo on the U.S. ally amid rising tensions in the Middle East. The ANSWER coalition organized rallies in cities like New York and Washington, with participants chanting slogans against U.S. leaders and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The group criticized the U.S. for providing weapons that enable Israel’s attacks on Lebanon and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Despite domestic and international criticism, the U.S. has maintained support for Israel during the war. President Biden has expressed solidarity with Israel while calling for an immediate ceasefire. The conflict has led to thousands of deaths, displacement of populations, and allegations of genocide. Israel’s military actions have targeted groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, while also sparking concerns of a wider regional conflict. The situation in the Middle East has been a key topic of discussion among world leaders at a United Nations meeting in the U.S. Recent protests have highlighted the divide in public opinion over U.S. support for Israel and the ongoing violence in the region.

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