A group of pro-Palestinian protesters swarmed John F. Kennedy International Airport on Monday, temporarily blocking a nearby highway and causing delays, according to footage and multiple reports.
The video footage posted on Twitter includes group Many cars collided on the highway as New York City Police Department (NYPD) officers stood in front directing traffic. Footage showed cars with pro-Palestinian messages such as “Intifada,” “Fuck Israel” and “Long Live the Resistance” as passengers shouted various chants. (Related: Pro-Palestinian protesters march through the streets of New York City)
“NYPD, KKK, IDF, you're all the same,” demonstrators shouted in one of the videos.
🚨🇺🇸Protesters turn towards LaGuardia after JFK blockade
“Flooding JFK'' Pro-Palestinian demonstrators stopped by New York City police at JFK Airport decided to drive to New York City's LaGuardia Airport, 15 miles away.
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— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) January 1, 2024
by protestsNYPD Transportation Commissioner Philip P. Rivera warned in a social media post that travelers departing from JFK Airport could experience “delays.”
“If anyone is flying out of JFK Airport today, please make plans to get to the airport in advance. There are protests scheduled today and delays may occur. We also don't want you to miss your flight. We wish you safe travels and a Happy New Year,” Rivera said.
authorities temporarily blocked The Belt Parkway is used for transportation to the airport and protesters were attempting to slow the flow of traffic. The protest was planned by the pro-Palestinian activist group Within Our Lifetime. according to to the New York Post. (Related: Pro-Palestinian protesters gather outside Biden administration official's home on Christmas Day)
Secondary video footage on Twitter showed staff guarding entrances and exits at JFK Airport, allowing only those with employee identification and boarding passes to enter. Within Our Lifetime said in a social media post that the “closure” of the airport entrance was a “victory.”
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Long lines formed at JFK Airport as law enforcement blocked protesters from entering the terminal, allowing only those with employee identification cards and boarding passes to enter the terminal.
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— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) January 1, 2024
“Victory! The Port Authority has effectively closed all entrances to JFK Airport to people without boarding passes. AirTrain service is closed and cars cannot enter the terminal without proof of a ticket. “The airport is crowded with law enforcement and organizers have been removed from Terminal 4,” the organization said. Posted.
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators Before In December, they held a demonstration on the highway leading to JFK Airport. Police arrested 26 people for obstructing traffic.
