Police Clash with Peaceful Protesters at Nakba Day Rally in NYC

On May 18, 2024, a peaceful pro-Palestinian rally in Manhattan commemorating Nakba Day turned violent when police intervened. Demonstrators, initially protesting calmly, faced forceful actions as police pulled and pushed them, allegedly to showcase violence. The confrontation resulted in injuries and widespread condemnation. The police cited public safety concerns, but activists argue that the response was unnecessarily harsh.