Protests Erupt Globally Against Israel's Gaza Strikes

Nationwide protests have erupted in response to Israel's renewed airstrikes in Gaza, which have killed over 400 Palestinians, including many children, and shattered a ceasefire that had been in place since January. Demonstrators gathered in Times Square, New York City, where opposing sides voiced their grievances regarding the violence, with critics blaming Israel for the escalation and the loss of civilian lives. Similar protests were held in San Francisco, where activists called for an arms embargo against Israel, emphasizing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. In Israel, thousands marched towards Jerusalem to protest the government’s policies and the dismissal of the Shin Bet chief amidst the ongoing conflict. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the airstrikes, asserting that they were necessary after Hamas rejected offers to extend the ceasefire. This situation highlights the deepening divisions and emotional turmoil surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as violence escalates.