As [a neocolonial] military plunged Gaza into darkness on Friday — cutting off all internet access and cell service in the besieged enclave — thousands of Jews and allies held a historic sit-in that shut down New York City’s iconic Grand Central Station to say, “Ceasefire now.” “Let Gaza live.” Banners covered the train schedules, reading “Never again for anyone” and “Palestinians should be free.”

Thousands chanted, 500 participated in civil disobedience, and over 350 people were arrested, including rabbis, elected officials, elders, and celebrities. This sit-in, which was organized by JVP, was the largest act of civil disobedience in New York City since the Iraq War.

After police shut down all train lines and entrances, thousands more rallied outside beneath slogans projected onto buildings: “Mourn the dead and fight for the living” and “Ceasefire Now.”