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Activists with terror memorabilia protest Israeli NYC real estate event | The Jerusalem Post
- Protesters gathered outside Manhattan's Hilton Midtown for a Jerusalem real estate expo, voicing opposition to Israeli control of Jerusalem.
- Demonstrators waved Palestinian symbols and chanted messages accusing Zionism of failure amid the security measures around the expo.
- PAL-Awda NY/NJ supporters publicly criticized the sale of Jerusalem land as illegal and described it as Palestinian territory.
- Security barriers and police clashed with masked protesters during the demonstrations surrounding the expo.
- Event attendees included public figures such as Bruce Blakeman and Deni Avdija, who attended the expo and were recognized there.
- The expo aimed to showcase Jerusalem real estate development despite debates over land ownership and regional tensions.
- The demonstrators connected the protest to broader concerns about rising antisemitism and geopolitical conflict.
- The event location was kept secret until two days before the expo, later disclosed to attendees.
- PAL-Awda organized demonstrations at other venues in the area, including Young Israel of Midwood and Park East Synagogue.
- Media coverage indicated a mixed reception for the expo amid varying messages from protesters and supporters.
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