November 13, 2023

1000 Join Muslim Rally At Capitol For A Ceasefire In Gaza

1000 people, many families with children, rallied at the State Capitol on Saturday to support a call for a ceasefire in Gaza and the end to violence. The event was organized by the Muslim community. The speakers included Imam Djafer Sebkhaoui from the Al Hidaya Center; Reverend Peter Cook,Executive Director NYS Council of Churches; and Dr. Aliya Saeed. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

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