Activists opposing Israel’s actions in Gaza and the US’s continuous support for Israel are planning protests at the US Capitol on Wednesday. These demonstrations are scheduled to coincide with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit to the US this week
Police expect a large turnout of protesters and are increasing security measures, though there are no known threats.
Netanyahu will visit Washington this week to address a joint session of the US Congress on July 24. He is also expected to meet with President Joe Biden.
The US has seen months of protests from human rights activists, anti-war groups, pro-Palestinian supporters, and college students over US support for Israel during its war on Gaza. According to Gaza health authorities, the conflict has resulted in the deaths of at least 38,983 Palestinians, displaced nearly all of Gaza’s 2.3 million residents, and caused a severe hunger crisis. Biden has recently supported ceasefire talks but continues military support for Israel.
Israel’s military campaign followed an October 7 attack by Palestinian fighters from Hamas. The Israeli army’s response led to the controversial “cannibal protocol,” causing the deaths of 1,200 people according to Israeli figures, revised down from 1,400.
Several groups are expected to join the protests, including ANSWER (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism), CodePink, Palestinian American Community Center, and Jewish Voice for Peace.
US protests since the war in Gaza began have included marches, vigils, and blocking bridges and roads near train stations and airports in multiple cities, along with encampments on college campuses.
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