Man sets arm on fire as marches across US mark Gaza war anniversary

Thousands marched in US cities from Washington to Los Angeles on Saturday, demanding an immediate ceasefire as the war in Gaza nears the one-year mark, with a man attempting to self-immolate in protest.

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People demonstrate to mark one year of the war between Hamas and Israel in Los Angeles, on October 5, 2024. (Photo by RINGO CHIU / AFP)

2024-10-06 09:01:38

Thousands marched in US cities from Washington to Los Angeles on Saturday, demanding an immediate ceasefire as the war in Gaza nears the one-year mark, with a man attempting to self-immolate in protest.

The marches were part of a worldwide day of action against the devastating war, which has recently seen Israel intensify its military operations into Lebanon.

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