Key takeaways:
- A pro-Palestinian rally was held in Times Square, New York, in response to the recent terror attack by Hamas militants in Israel.
- President Joe Biden spoke out against the attack, calling it “pure unadulterated evil” and confirming that 14 Americans are among the dead.
- The attack has taken the lives of more than 1,000 Israelis and counting, and Biden has promised to make sure Israel has what it needs to defend itself.
On Sunday, a pro-Palestinian rally was held in Times Square, New York, in response to the recent terror attack by Hamas militants in Israel. The rally was attended by a heavy police presence, and there were some clashes between pro-Palestinian activists and pro-Israel demonstrators.
President Joe Biden spoke out against the attack on Tuesday, calling it “pure unadulterated evil” and comparing it to the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) terror group. He also confirmed that 14 Americans are among the dead.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., condemned the “bigotry and callousness” displayed at the rally and promoted by some of her allies. The vast majority of Democratic lawmakers and top party officials are united in their support for Israel following the devastating terror attack by Hamas.
The attack has taken the lives of more than 1,000 Israelis and counting, and Biden has promised to make sure Israel has what it needs to defend itself and respond to the attack.
The rally in Times Square was a reminder of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine, and the need for a peaceful resolution. As the death toll continues to rise, the international community must come together to find a way to end the violence and ensure a safe and secure future for both sides.
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