Grand Central Terminal's main concourse shut down for anti-Israel protests

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Grand Central Terminal's main concourse shut down for anti-Israel protests
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Access to Manhattan’s Grand Central Terminal ’s iconic main concourse was closed to travelers on Thursday afternoon ahead of a planned anti- Israel protest, officials said.

“Expect Main Concourse access restrictions in Grand Central today because of demonstrations in the area,” the MTA said in a statement. “Follow guidance from MTA personnel or the police. Use TrainTime to confirm your departure track, as it may change.” Dozens of police officers were scattered throughout the inside of the station, with many entrances blocked off by metal fencing. MTA officials were seen giving directions to confused riders.Commuters can enter the station at the Vanderbilt and 42nd Street entrance and the doors and the “105” doors at the entrance of the 4-5-6-7 subways, the MTA said.Organizers bragged about the access restrictions ahead of the protest, set to kick off at 5:30 p.m.

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