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Police Arrest 90 at New York Protest Over Israel Arms
Demonstrators gathered to condemn US military aid to Israel during ceasefire with Iran
Apr. 14, 2026 at 1:59pm
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Protesters clash with police during a demonstration against US military aid to Israel, exposing the deep political divisions over the country's Middle East policy.NYC TodayPolice in New York City arrested approximately 90 protesters on Thursday who were demonstrating against the United States' continued military aid and arms sales to Israel, even as a two-week ceasefire was in place between the US, Israel, and Iran. The protest took place along Third Avenue in the Midtown area of Manhattan.
Why it matters
The protest highlights ongoing tensions and divisions over US foreign policy in the Middle East, with some activists and community groups calling for an end to military aid to Israel amid the recent conflict with Iran. The arrests also come during a temporary ceasefire, underscoring the complexity of the geopolitical situation.
The details
According to reports, the NYPD detained around 90 protesters who were part of a larger group demonstrating against the US government's military support for Israel. The protesters were gathered on Third Avenue in Midtown Manhattan when police moved in to make arrests, though the exact reasons for the arrests were not immediately clear.
- The protest took place on April 13, 2026.
- A two-week ceasefire between the US, Israel, and Iran was in place at the time of the protest.
The players
NYPD
The New York City Police Department, which made the arrests at the protest.
What they’re saying
“We must continue to speak out against the US government's unwavering support for Israel's occupation and human rights abuses, even during times of ceasefire.”
— Amira Hasan, Protest organizer
The takeaway
The protest and arrests underscore the deep divisions and ongoing debate within the US over the country's role in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its broader Middle East policy, even during periods of relative calm.
