Hundreds of pro‑Palestinian demonstrators gathered at Union Square, New York City, on July 22, 2025, demanding an immediate end to Israeli military actions in Gaza and unrestricted humanitarian aid. Participants displayed signs reading “Stop Starving Gaza now!”, “Feed Gaza’s Babies”, and “Open the border, end the blockade”—highlighting deep concern over widespread shortages in the enclave (New York Post, Anadolu Ajansı).
Organised by local solidarity groups, the protest also echoed in Washington, D.C., Chicago, and San Francisco, reflecting nationwide mobilisation in support of Palestinians amid the escalating humanitarian crisis (Anadolu Ajansı). According to the UN, parts of Gaza may already be experiencing famine, and the deadly pattern of strikes targeting aid seekers continues—despite assurances from Israel that civilians are not being targeted (Anadolu Ajansı).
The extensive demonstration builds on recent scrutiny of protest activity in the city, including increased police presence at past rallies and violent underground clashes in April between pro‑Palestinian and pro‑Israeli factions in Brooklyn (Wikipedia).
