New York Demonstrators Urge US Support for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

IQNA – Rallies were held outside transit hubs and landmarks in New York City in support of the people of Gaza, with protesters calling for an immediate ceasefire in the besieged enclave.

During the demonstrations on Monday evening, the protesters also called for US government intervention in the ongoing Israeli regime's war on the Gaza Strip.

A pro-Palestinian demonstration gathered inside Penn Station's Moynihan Train Hall in midtown Manhattan.

The group came from the Port Authority Bus Terminal, and earlier marched down 42nd Street from Grand Central Terminal where the MTA earlier warned commuters about travel restrictions.

Waving Palestinian flags and carrying signs advocating for a "Free Palestine," demonstrators congregated near Pennsylvania Station along 7th Avenue, underscoring the demand for an immediate cessation of hostilities and US support for the cause.

Pro-Palestinian protests were held in other key locations in New York City, including Grand Central and Port Authority Bus Terminal, resonating with hundreds chanting slogans and brandishing banners advocating for peace.

At Grand Central, hundreds of protesters rallied, filling the main concourse with chants and banners before later spilling onto the streets of Midtown, temporarily disrupting traffic as they made their way towards the Port Authority.

By 4:45 p.m., a gathering of protesters was observed outside Penn Station on Seventh Avenue. Some demonstrators later ventured indoors, carrying Palestinian flags and placards while commuters awaited trains. Police presence was noted, overseeing the peaceful protests, although any potential arrests remained unconfirmed.

According to an Instagram post by Within Our Lifetime, a group with over 116,000 followers, specific protest timings across the city were outlined, indicating a planned demonstration at Grand Central at 3 p.m., followed by Port Authority at 4 p.m. and Penn Station at 5 p.m. The post encouraged protesters to bring banners, bullhorns, and speakers.

Organizers advised protesters to initiate demonstrations in the outer boroughs before convening at Manhattan locations, echoing a call for a global strike last week, urging abstention from schools, work, and shopping in solidarity.

Source: Agencies