10 May 2024 | 07:50 PM UTC
US, Canada: Pro-Palestinian demonstrations scheduled in several cities May 10-12
Pro-Palestinian activists plan to hold protests several cities across US and Canada May 10-12. Disruptions possible.
Further rallies by pro-Palestinian activists are scheduled in several cities across the US and Canada in mid-May in response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The following events are among the demonstrations confirmed by organizers:
US
Atlanta, Georgia John Wesley Dobbs Plaza, 15:00 May 11
Saint Louis, Missouri: Art Hill, 15:00 May 11
Salt Lake City, Utah: Washington Square Park, 13:00 May 11
San Francisco, California: One Ferry Plaza, 12:30 May 11; Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center, 11:30 May 12
Seattle, Washington: Westlake Park, 14:00 May 11
Chicago, Illinois: Water Town Place, 11:30 May 12
Minneapolis, Minnesota: Powderhorn Park, 14:00 May 12
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Fitler Square, 10:00 May 12
Canada
Montreal, Quebec: Le Salon Richmond, 17:45 May 10
Toronto, Ontario: US Consulate, 14:00 May 11
Most demonstrations that materialize will probably draw several hundred attendees, and participation in the thousands or tens of thousands is possible in some major cities.
Authorities will likely deploy an increased security presence near any related gatherings. Clashes between groups of rival activists have occurred, but most demonstrations are likely to be peaceful. There have also 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 cannot be ruled out.
Exercise caution near any rallies that materialize. Heed instructions from authorities. Plan accordingly for localized road travel delays. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
