World News | Demonstrators Calling for Gaza Ceasefire Block Bridge in Boston

Boston, Nov 16 (AP) Demonstrators seeking a ceasefire in Gaza blocked traffic on the Boston University bridge during rush hour Thursday, slowing traffic to a trickle.

The group chanted “Ceasefire now!” during the protest amid an Israeli ground offensive in Gaza that followed Hamas-led attacks in Israel on October 7. They also held signs that said, “Let Gaza Live.” The bridge connects Boston and Cambridge.

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Activists were demanding that Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts support an immediate ceasefire and use her influence to stop the Israeli government's military action.

Boston Police were at the scene of the protest, which was organised by IfNotNow, which said it represented members of Jewish community in Boston.

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The protest came as Israeli forces dropped leaflets warning Palestinians to flee parts of southern Gaza, residents said Thursday, signalling a possible expansion of their offensive. (AP)

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