Anti-Zionist Jews and pro-Palestine activists gathered in New Haven, Connecticut, on Thursday to protest against Israeli Minister Itamar Ben Gvir as he delivered a speech at Yale University.

Why it matters:

The protest highlighted the ongoing global criticism of Israel's actions in Gaza, as well as the division within the Jewish community over Israel's policies. Ben Gvir, known for his controversial views, has faced increasing scrutiny amidst the ongoing violence in Gaza.

 

What they're saying:

Protesters, including a large group of Anti-Zionist rabbis, condemned Ben Gvir's policies, particularly his role in the violence against Palestinians in Gaza. They chanted slogans calling for an end to the genocide in Gaza and the dismantling of Israel's apartheid system.

 

Key points:

  • Anti-Zionist Jews, including rabbis, took part in a protest against Ben Gvir. The protests were held outside the John C. Anderson House at Yale.
  • Protesters were vocal in their condemnation of Israel’s actions in Gaza, referring to them as acts of genocide against the Palestinian population.
  • The protesters demonstrated solidarity with Palestinians and voiced their opposition to Zionism and the policies of the Israeli regime, calling for justice and an end to the ongoing violence.

 

Go deeper:

The protest reflects a broader movement of Jewish groups, including rabbis and activists, who are speaking out against the Israeli regime's actions in Palestine. The division within the Jewish community over the treatment of Palestinians in Gaza continues to fuel debates on what it means to be Jewish and the role of Israel in global politics. The protest also underscores the increasing international calls for accountability and an end to the violence against Palestinians.

 

ahmad shirzadian