Pro-Palestinian Protesters Disrupt Easter Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral
The protest, organized by Extinction Rebellion NYC's Palestinian Solidarity group, called for a ceasefire in Gaza and highlighted environmental concerns.
Overview
- Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted Easter Mass at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York, chanting 'Free, free Palestine' and displaying a banner stating 'Silence = Death'.
- The protest was organized by Extinction Rebellion NYC's Palestinian Solidarity group, emphasizing the link between the conflict in Gaza, environmental destruction, and calling for a ceasefire.
- Three protesters were arrested for disrupting the religious service, as police and cathedral security intervened.
- The incident is part of a series of pro-Palestine protests in New York, including a disruption at a fundraiser attended by President Joe Biden.
- Catholic leaders and the United Nations Security Council have called for peace and a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.