Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:21am on 14 Mar 2024,Thursday International
Hundreds of anti-war protesters demanding a Gaza ceasefire blockaded San Francisco International Airport's international terminal. Protesters urged an end to U.S. military aid to Israel, displaying banners reading "Permanent Ceasefire Now" and "Stop Arming Israel." Similar demonstrations have occurred across U.S. cities, disrupting major events like President Biden's speeches and the Oscars. Although airport operations continued, passengers were redirected, facing no known flight delays. The protests come amidst Israel's offensive in Gaza, resulting in extensive casualties and displacement. The U.S. has called for a temporary ceasefire but rejected calls for a permanent one, citing concerns about Hamas regrouping.
