Community Unites to Support UES Cafe Owner Amidst Employee Walkout Over Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Cafe Aronne, an Upper East Side cafe run by an Israeli family, received overwhelming support from New Yorkers after several pro-Palestinian employees quit due to the owner's support for Israel. The employees objected to the presence of an Israeli flag and a fundraising campaign for the Israeli Red Cross. In response, friends and customers rallied behind the cafe, offering their assistance and expressing solidarity with the owner. The owner emphasized the importance of respect and comfort for all, stating that he is in the process of hiring new employees.