Protesters Demand Ceasefire in Israel-Gaza Conflict, Sparking Arrests and Fears of Riot

Around 300 Jewish protesters, including American Jews and allies concerned about Palestinians in Gaza, were arrested by U.S. Capitol Police inside the Cannon House Office Building in Washington, D.C., while demanding that Congress pass a cease-fire resolution in the Israel-Gaza war. The protesters, wearing black shirts with slogans, held banners, waved Palestinian flags, and raised posters expressing their opposition to Israeli occupation. The demonstration comes amid escalating protests across the Middle East following a deadly strike on a hospital in Gaza City. President Biden has expressed support for Israel, but the protesters called for an end to the conflict and highlighted the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.