Hundreds of protesters gathered in San Francisco on Sunday, marking one year since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict. They called for an end to the violence and demanded US support for Israel be withdrawn.
Protesters hit the streets of San Francisco Sunday, calling for an end to Israel’s war against Hamas , a year since Hamas ’s deadly attacks, killing 1,200 in Israel, and Israel’s retaliation."We are here today to honor one year of genocide!" one of a handful of speakers shouted into a microphone.Lujain Al-Saleh, a member of the Arab Resource and Organizing Center in San Francisco , told KTVU she has lost 11 family members in Gaza since last October.
"We’re mourning for all who have lost their lives, and we’re also here to fight for those who are still living who could still be saved," said Alice Robinson, a member of Jewish Voice for Peace.San Francisco police stood watch nearby, with a source with the department estimating over 1,500 protesters in attendance.Protesters filled the streets at Valencia and 16th Streets around 1 p.m. Sunday before marching several blocks around the Mission district to spread their message.
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