Since Saturday, radical members of Hamas from Gaza have stormed Israel with unprecedented attacks. Israel has also declared war and responded with aerial bombardments. The situation, due to its historical repercussions, has provoked reactions from groups residing in New York.
Our reporter Joaquín Torres, from Univision 41, went to 42th Street and Second Avenue, where pro-Palestine and pro-Israel groups are protesting face to face, while the New York Police keep them separated with security fences to avoid confrontations.
Although the demonstrations maintain a tense calm, supporters of each side make all kinds of comments. They carried flags of both countries, in addition to that of the United States, banners and some prayed in the street.
By 5:00 p.m., several protest participants had left, but others remained in the area, completely protected by the authorities.
“When events from around the world could impact the City, we always increase our presence around houses of worship and certain areas,” the NYPD said in a statement.
According to journalist Joaquín Torres, new demonstrations are expected to take place this Monday.
Mayor Eric Adams ordered increased security at synagogues
Eric Adams described the actions of Hamas as “cowardly” and noted that City authorities are monitoring to detect possible threats to the Jewish community.
“Our administration is in contact with Jewish leaders in all five boroughs and we have directed the NYPD to deploy additional resources to Jewish communities and places of worship throughout the city,” he announced in a statement.
US military aid “on the way” to Israel
The President of the United States, Joe Biden, announced this Sunday that new military aid is “on the way” to Israel and that “there will be more in the coming days,” the White House reported.
In a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Biden pledged “full support for his government and the Israeli people following a horrific and unprecedented attack by Hamas terrorists,” the US Executive added.
Separately, the Pentagon said the United States will provide ammunition and equipment to Israel and will reinforce American forces in the Middle East in response to Hamas attacks.
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