Protesters Gather at 1898 Memorial Park to Oppose U.S. Strikes on Iran

Wilmington residents rally against recent military actions and other administration policies.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

Over a dozen Wilmington residents organized by ILM Action gathered at the 1898 Memorial Park to protest the recent U.S. strikes against Iran and voice their disapproval of the Trump administration's policies. The protesters chanted, held signs, and expressed their sentiment that the military actions in Iran are unnecessary.

Why it matters

The protest at the 1898 Memorial Park reflects growing public opposition to the U.S. government's escalating military involvement in the Middle East, particularly the strikes against Iran. The demonstration also highlights broader concerns about the current administration's policies among some local residents.

The details

Cheyanne Santos, one of the leaders of ILM Action, stated that most of the protesters feel the strikes in Iran are a "needless war" and something the country should not be involved in. She encouraged the attendees to call their members of Congress to make their voices heard at a higher level.

  • The protest took place on March 2, 2026.

The players

ILM Action

A local activist organization that organized the protest at the 1898 Memorial Park.

Cheyanne Santos

One of the leaders of ILM Action who spoke at the protest.

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What they’re saying

“It's a needless war. Most of our attendees, I'm willing to bet, feel the same way. They reacted with sentiment that regards what I with positivity. I would say, specifically to do with the Iran strikes right now. It is so un-needed.”

— Cheyanne Santos, ILM Action Leader (wwaytv3.com)

The takeaway

This protest highlights the growing public opposition to the U.S. government's military actions abroad, particularly the recent strikes against Iran, and the desire among some local residents to have their voices heard by their elected representatives in Washington.