Hundreds rally outside White House against Israeli attacks on Gaza
Hundreds of people gathered outside the White House late Tuesday to protest against Israel's ongoing attacks in the Palestinian enclave of Gaza.
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- Published Date: 10:13 | 18 October 2023
- Modified Date: 10:16 | 18 October 2023
The demonstrators, organized by the Palestinian Youth Movement, gathered at Lafayette Park to "protest today against Gaza massacres," according to the organizers.
The demonstrators, organized by the Palestinian Youth Movement, gathered at Lafayette Park to "protest today against Gaza massacres," according to the organizers.
The protesters, carrying Palestinian flags, also demanded an end to the Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories.
The protest took place in line with others around the US since Israeli airstrikes targeting Gaza began on Oct. 7 in response to an attack by the Palestinian group Hamas.
To date, more than 4,400 people have been killed in the armed conflict, including at least 3,061 Palestinians and more than 1,400 Israelis.
US Secret Service has arrested many of the protesters.