A dramatic incident unfolded during a pro-Palestinian protest in Washington on October 6, as a man claiming to be a journalist attempted to set himself on fire.
Ignited His Arm
The man managed to ignite his left arm before passersby and police intervened, using water and traditional Palestinian keffiyehs to extinguish the flames. According to police, his injuries were non-life-threatening.
The protest was one of several demonstrations in the U.S., where thousands gathered to condemn Israel's ongoing military actions in Gaza.
The recent Israeli offensive, launched in response to rocket attacks from Hamas, has escalated tensions in the region. Civilians on both sides are paying a heavy price, with airstrikes devastating Gaza and retaliatory rocket fire threatening Israeli cities, according to Ziare.
Condemning Military Actions
This protest reflects the growing concerns in the U.S. and globally about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.
Thousands of Palestinians have been displaced, with reports indicating hundreds of civilian casualties. The situation has also sparked debates about U.S. foreign policy, given the nation’s long-standing support for Israel.
The conflict has drawn in Iran, a key supporter of Hamas. Iran has increased its rhetoric against Israel, condemning the military actions and providing political and financial support to Palestinian factions. Iran's role is further complicating an already volatile situation, raising fears of a broader regional conflict.
