Nearly 200 Arrested in NYSE Protest

On October 14, a significant protest led by the Jewish Voices for Peace group took place outside the New York Stock Exchange, where around 200 demonstrators were arrested for demanding an end to U.S. military support for Israel amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Protesters, many wearing red shirts and chanting slogans like 'free Palestine', staged a sit-in shortly before the market opened, chaining themselves to doors and blocking access. The demonstration coincided with the one-year anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel, further amplifying tensions. Police reported that arrests were made for trespassing and obstructing governmental administration as protesters called for the U.S. to divert funds from military aid to humanitarian efforts. The protest was characterized by powerful imagery, including the dressing of the Fearless Girl statue with messages opposing U.S. support for Israel. Meanwhile, Israeli military actions in Gaza continue to escalate, prompting international scrutiny and criticism.