Dozens of protesters broke through part of the perimeter security fence surrounding the Democratic National Convention on Monday, drawing riot police to the site, a Reuters Television witness said.
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“Law enforcement personnel are currently on-scene and more information will be provided when available,” said a Chicago city spokesperson.
The protesters broke through a way perimeter fence, with four being arrested and another detained, CNN reported.
Protests at the DNC event
While US President Joe Biden spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, hundreds of protesters nearby were urging the party to stop supporting Israel’s military actions in Gaza, The Jerusalem Post reported.
The protesters called on the Democrats who are involved in the conflict to take further action to ensure its swift end.
The protesters further highlighted the continued frustration within the party over its position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
REUTERS contributed to this report.
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