"Seattle Freeway Reopens After Protesters Demand Israel-Hamas Ceasefire"
TL;DR
In Seattle, protesters advocating for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict obstructed northbound traffic on Interstate 5 for several hours, causing significant delays. Demonstrators chanted for Palestinian freedom and against the occupation, with some waving Palestinian flags and holding signs. Seattle police issued a dispersal order, and the protest concluded as stormy weather set in. The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a high number of casualties, with international scrutiny of Israel's military actions increasing due to the substantial civilian death toll.
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- Protesters calling for cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war block freeway in Seattle for several hours The Associated Press
- Protesters calling for ceasefire in Gaza block all NB I-5 lanes in Seattle KING 5 Seattle
- Protesters demanding cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war leave I-5 The Seattle Times
- Northbound I-5 lanes reopen after hours long protest in downtown Seattle KOMO News
- Protesters shut down NB I-5 in downtown Seattle KING5.com
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