Protesters in San Francisco were calling for an end to Israel's bombardment of the Gaza Strip, now in its 29th day, following the deadly attack by Hamas.
Thousands gathered Saturday in front of San Francisco City Hall, joining an International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian people.Thousands gathered Saturday in front of San Francisco City Hall, joining an International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian people.
"We're hoping that there will be a ceasefire in Gaza because ultimately they need to see a cease-fire," said Oula Miqbel, a resident of Lodi.."It's heartbreaking to see, especially what's going on in the Gaza territory. All these children and all these mothers losing their kids," said Nuha Miqbel. "My wife's 16-year-old cousin was shot and killed last Thursday -- handsome, sweet, beautiful young man shot and killed," said Saji Abuomar, a San Bruno Resident.Demonstrators form blockade at Port of Oakland over potential US aid being shipped to Israel
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