Protests at US Capitol for ceasefire in Gaza leads to dozens arrested

Capitol Police said that the protesters went through a security check at the entrance to the building, but when the protest began, they were arrested immediately.

People display signs, chant, and sing as they await arrest during a protest in the US Capitol rotunda to call for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and oppose a military aid package for Israel, in Washington, US December 19, 2023.

(photo credit: REUTERS/Allison Bailey)

ByGADI ZAIG

DECEMBER 20, 2023 01:27

Updated: DECEMBER 20, 2023 12:14

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