Pro-Palestinian protesters marched in New York City on Sunday, hours ahead of major New Year’s Eve celebrations.
CBS New York reported that a large group gathered at Columbus Circle before heading down Central Park South and to Fifth Avenue. The group was calling for a cease-fire in Gaza.
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Shut It Down For Palestine is a group that champions protest actions in favor of a free Palestinian state. CBS reported the group was involved in the protest Sunday.
“We must keep building momentum and increase the pressure with more marches, walk-outs, sit-ins, and other forms of direct action directed at the political offices, businesses, and workplaces that fund, invest, and collaborate with Israeli genocide and occupation,” the group said on its website.
The website also seemed to present “an international call to action” for Palestinians on New Year’s Eve.
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Social media posts seemed to show protesters in New York City carrying Palestinian flags and signs.
Protesters appeared to be chanting, “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free.”
