Anti-war protesters arrested in New York urging end to Israel weapon sales
Al Jazeera·13h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Police arrested approximately 100 anti-war protesters in New York who staged a sit-in outside Senator Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand's offices. The protesters demanded the US end weapons sales to Israel. The action coincides with Senator Bernie Sanders' effort to block over $600 million in bombs destined for Israel's military.
Key Entities
New York PoliceChuck SchumerKirsten GillibrandBernie SandersIsraelUnited States$600 million weapons