Demonstrators wave Palestinian flags, chant slogans outside Israeli consulate as police make news arrests on second night of Democratic National Convention nearby.
Police clash with pro-Palestine protesters in a tense standoff outside the Israeli consulate on the second night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. / Photo: Reuters
The atmosphere with rows of police in riot gear was a stark contrast to a day earlier when thousands of pro-Palestinian activists, including families pushing babies in strollers, marched near the convention site calling for a ceasefire. The consulate has been the site of numerous demonstrations since Israel's war on Gaza began in October. It is in a building connected to the Ogilvie Transportation Center, a major commuter rail station.
"Our officers showed great restraint," he said at a news conference. “We’re going to continue to protect the city.” Authorities said the inner security perimeter surrounding the United Center was not breached and there was no threat to those attending the convention.
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