New York: Jews Demanding Ceasefire In Gaza Hijack Grand Central Train Station; Cry, 'NOT IN OUR NAME'

In midtown Manhattan on Friday, a large gathering of demonstrators, convened at Grand Central Terminal, advocating for an immediate cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.

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The protest marked one of the most substantial demonstrations in New York City since the conflict began three weeks ago. It was oganized by Jewish Voice for Peace.

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The protesters, many donning black shirts with the slogan "not in our name," passionately called for a cease-fire, chanting phrases like "Cease-fire now" and "Let Gaza live."

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Banners with messages such as "Palestinians should be free" and "Israelis demand cease-fire now" were displayed over the stairwell banisters within the terminal.

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According to the New York Times, Police initially attempted to block the entrances to Grand Central but were unsuccessful. Subsequently, they allowed the demonstrators to occupy the main concourse.

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As the evening progressed, with hundreds of protesters still present, the police instructed people to vacate the terminal and began making numerous arrests.

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An organizer estimated that approximately 300 people were arrested, though the police indicated they would provide a final count later.

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As the demonstration in the main concourse officially concluded, police officers used a lift to reach two protesters standing on a ledge above the ticket booths, just in front of the departures board. These protesters were holding a sign that read, in all capital letters, "Never again for anyone."

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