NEWARK, NJ – Residents of Newark took to the streets in a march to the federal building, calling for a permanent cease-fire in the ongoing Gaza conflict. The protest, echoing a global concern, highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and demanded action from the Biden administration.
Protesters urged the U.S. to halt diplomatic, financial, and military support to Israel, attributing the deepening crisis in Gaza to these policies. They cited figures from the Hamas-run Health Ministry, stating over 21,000 Palestinian citizens, including women and children, have been killed. The region’s struggle for essential supplies like food, water, and medicine was also underscored.
The rally’s participants drew parallels between their movement and historical protests against apartheid in South Africa. They emphasized the need for international solidarity, extending beyond New York and New Jersey to global communities.
The protesters called for the release of hostages held by Hamas and for Israel to respect the human rights of Palestinians. As the conflict shows no signs of abating into 2024, the Newark rally represents a growing voice of concern and a call for peace and resolution in the Middle East.