Chicagoans protest Gaza assault; call for Obama to get involved
Posted January 02, 2009 10:00 pm
Hundreds have protested in Chicago for and against Israel's air offensive targeting Hamas.
Similar protests have been held across the world since Israel launched the bombing campaign last Saturday.
The Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip has killed more than 400 Palestinians and sparked outrage among the Arab public. Israel says its offensive is aimed at silencing Hamas rockets.
The Chicago demonstration, which ended in front of the Israeli consulate, included people from about 30 different organizations. Protesters asked for an end to the offensive and for President-elect Barack Obama to get involved.
Earlier Friday, a smaller group of pro-Israeli demonstrators also stood in front of the consulate, waving Israeli flags.
People gather in front of the Israeli consulate in Chicago downtown to protest against Israel's air offensive targeting Hamas in the Gaza Strip Friday.
Associated Press