Jewish Leaders Protest Outside Trump Hotel, Demanding End to Gaza Starvation and Arming of Israel

Protest Demanding End to Gaza Starvation

• ✊ Hundreds gathered outside the Trump International Hotel in New York City for a peaceful action led by Jewish leaders and allies.
• 🗣️ The protest called for an end to Israel's alleged starvation and ethnic cleansing of Gaza, with participants chanting "Let Gaza live" and "Never again is now."
• 🚨 Over 40 people, including rabbis, were arrested during the demonstration.

Voices from Gaza and Allies

• 📸 Motaz Azaiza, a photojournalist from Gaza, shared his experience as a genocide survivor, emphasizing the importance of these protests for Palestinians.
• 💔 Azaiza highlighted the dire situation in Gaza, with people starving, lacking money, and unable to leave, expressing worry for his family and friends.
• 🕊️ Rabbi Ari Lev Fornari, a rabbi for ceasefire, stated the urgency of saving lives and the moral imperative to end starvation in Gaza, referencing Jewish teachings.

Political Context and Demands

• 🏛️ Protesters targeted Trump International Hotel, holding him responsible for funding and fueling the conflict and enabling Netanyahu's actions.
• 🇺🇸 The action also referenced Senator Schumer and Gillibrand's vote against a move to stop arming Israel, with other protests occurring at their offices.
• 🤝 The demand was made that the only path to safety for both Palestinians and Israelis, including hostages, is Palestinian freedom.
• 🍞 The message was clear: food aid to Gaza is crucial to save starving children, people, and remaining hostages.