A significant Pro-Palestine demonstration near the U.S. Capitol turned violent today as thousands of protesters clashed with law enforcement. DC Metro Police, along with Capitol Police and other agencies, donned riot gear and gas masks in response to the growing unrest.
The situation intensified as the crowd, chanting slogans and waving flags, attempted to advance toward the U.S. Capitol building. Police deployed pepper spray and established barricades to manage the crowd after protesters reportedly began throwing objects at officers.
Authorities are using loudspeakers to issue warnings and commands in an effort to control the situation. The escalating tension has prompted a high-alert response from multiple law enforcement agencies in the area.
The demonstration is part of a larger series of protests that have been occurring in various cities across the country, advocating for Palestinian rights. Today’s protest in Washington, however, has marked a significant uptick in both scale and intensity.
Officials are urging the public to avoid the area as they continue to work to restore order and ensure the safety of all involved. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
