US, Canada: Pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrations to continue in multiple cities through at least late November /update 14

Further rallies by pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli activists are likely across the US and Canada through at least late November in response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Organizers have announced the following gatherings in support of Palestine:

US

• Seattle, Wash.: City Hall 14:00 Nov. 21

• Fort Wayne, Ind.: Courthouse 17:00 Nov. 21

• Madison, Wis.: Intersection of McKee Road and Verona Road 17:00 Nov. 21

• Jersey City, N.J.: City Hall 17:30 Nov. 21

• New York, N.Y.: Union Square 14:00 Nov. 22

• Salt Lake City, Utah: Wallace F. Bennett Federal Building 10:00 Nov. 24

• New York, N.Y.: Washington Square Park 10:00 Nov. 24

• Chicago, Ill.: Jane M. Byrne Plaza 11:00 Nov. 24

• Columbus, Ohio: 4449 Easton Way 12:00 Nov. 24

• Worcester, Maine: City Hall 12:00 Nov. 24

• Providence, R.I.: State House 13:00 Nov. 24

• San Francisco, Calif.: City Hall 14:00 Nov. 24

• Dayton, Ohio: 120 West 3rd Street 17:00 Nov. 24

• Dearborn, Mich.: Hemlock Park 14:00 Nov. 25

• Las Vegas, Nev.: 3355 South Las Vegas Boulevard 14:00 Nov. 26

• Richmond, Va.: Monroe Park 14:00 Nov. 26

Canada

• Kingston, Ont.: Queen's University 14:00 Nov. 23

• Windsor, Ont.: University of Windsor 14:00 Nov. 23

• Montreal, Que.: Place des Arts 13:00 Nov. 25

• Ottawa: Parliament Hill 13:00 Nov. 25

• Winnipeg, Man.: Manitoba Legislative Building 13:00 Nov. 25

Most demonstrations that may materialize will probably draw several hundred attendees, with participation in the thousands or tens of thousands likely in some major cities during weekend days. Such events may occur near Israeli or Palestinian diplomatic offices, synagogues, mosques, identifiably Jewish or Palestinian business premises, public squares, universities, and major government buildings. Recent protests have also targeted ports and industries. Counterprotests could occur in some locations.

Authorities will almost certainly deploy an increased security presence near any gatherings that take place. Clashes between groups of rival activists have occurred, especially on university campuses and during large protests in city centers. There have been occasional reports of other forms of confrontational behavior, including harassment, vandalism, and the removal of flags or posters placed by opposing groups. Additionally, some schools and religious centers may close or limit their hours of operation. Localized security-related transport and business disruptions are likely.