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Fourth of July celebrations across America disrupted by Pro-Palestine protests
Demonstrators in New York chanted “from the river to the sea” and burned American flags
July 5, 2024 11:34
Demonstrators in New York chanted “from the river to the sea” and burned American flags
July 5, 2024 11:34Fourth of July celebrations in New York yesterday were disrupted by Pro-Palestine protests, who chanted “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” as they marched across the city.
Around 100 protesters took part in the demonstration, planned to “Flood July 4th for Gaza”. Organisers encouraged demonstrators to bring Palestinian flags.
The demonstrators burned American flags as they chanted “burn it down,” “Fuck Israel” and ‘Fuck America”. At least one person was arrested, according to police.
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The protest, organised for American Independence Day, was part of a series of demonstrations which planned to disrupt Fourth of July celebrations across the country.
