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23 Sep 2024 | 08:52 PM UTC

US, Canada: Activists to stage demonstrations Sept. 23-25 to denounce Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon

Activists to protest in cities across the US and Canada Sept. 23-25 to denounce Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon; heightened security likely.

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Activists affiliated with several organizations, including the Palestinian Youth Movement, plan to stage protests in several cities across the US and Canada Sept. 23-25 to denounce recent Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. The airstrikes come amid escalating tensions between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Lebanese Hizballah (LH).

Protest organizers have announced that demonstrations are planned to occur at the following locations and times:

US

  • Chicago, Illinois: Intersection of Ida B. Wells Drive and Michigan Avenue, 16:30 Sept. 23

  • Houston, Texas: 24 Greenway Plaza, 16:00 Sept. 24

  • Los Angeles, California: Wilshire Federal Building, 16:00 Sept. 24

  • San Diego, California: Federal Plaza, 17:00 Sept. 24

  • New York, New York: Herald Square, 18:00 Sept. 24

  • Seattle, Washington: Intersection of East Pine Street and Broadway, 18:00 Sept. 24

  • Washington, DC: Lafayette Square, 18:00 Sept. 24

  • Dallas, Texas: Civic Garden, 18:00 Sept. 25

Canada

  • Ottawa, Ontario: Canadian Tribute to Human Rights, 18:00 Sept. 24

  • Toronto, Ontario: Consulate of Israel, 18:00 Sept. 24

  • Montreal, Quebec: Dorchester Square, 18:00 Sept. 25

Most of the demonstrations will probably involve hundreds of people; more than 1,000 people may participate in the largest protests. Heightened security and transport disruptions will likely affect areas that are subject to protest activity. Demonstrators may attempt to block roads and disrupt the operations of nearby businesses. Counterdemonstrations are possible and may materialize on short notice. Clashes between protesters and police or ideologically opposed individuals cannot be ruled out.

Avoid all demonstrations as a precaution. Exercise increased vigilance if operating in an area that is subject to protest activity. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance. Plan accordingly for localized transport delays. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.

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