Feb. 28 — On a few hours notice, a thousand people took to the streets this afternoon in New York City to stop the new war against Iran. The action was initiated by ANSWER anti-war coalition and was supported by the Palestinian Youth Movement, Nodutdol for Korean Community Development, The People’s Forum, Code Pink and other organizations.
People gathered at Times Square with signs and banners calling for no war on Iran. Speakers denounced Trump and Netanyahu as war criminals.
Taher from the Palestinian Youth Movement declared “we will continue to stand with Iran.”
Ju-Hyun from Nodutdol for Korean Community Development denounced the bombing of Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ elementary school in Minab, Hormozgan province, where, at the time of the rally, it was reported that 85 were killed; by March 1, the number was close to 200. They aptly described U.S. imperialism as having “built mass graves on every continent.”
A strong anti-war message was given by Andre Easton, the socialist candidate in the 15th congressional district in the Bronx. Also speaking was Etan Mabourakh from the National Iranian American Council.
People marched up 8th Avenue chanting, “We want justice, you say how? Hands off Iran now!”
A final rally was held at Lenape Circle (mis-named Columbus Circle). Another mobilization is planned there on Monday, March 2, at 5 p.m.
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