- Pro-Palestinian activists release maggots and insects in the Watergate Hotel.
- Incident aimed to disrupt Netanyahu’s stay before his Congress address.
- Around 200 arrests made during protests in Washington, D.C.
Pro-Palestinian protesters released maggots and other insects in the Watergate Hotel, where Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was staying prior to his address to Congress on July 24, 2024.
The Palestinian Youth Movement shared footage of the insects scattered throughout the hotel’s common areas, creating chaos and making a strong statement against Netanyahu and his policies.
Watergate Hotel Incident: Insects Released by Protesters Amid Netanyahu’s U.S. Visit
In addition to the hotel disruption, large-scale protests took place outside Capitol Hill ahead of Netanyahu’s speech. Authorities reported around 200 arrests as tensions ran high among the demonstrators, who were protesting Israel’s actions in Gaza and broader political issues. Despite the disturbances, Netanyahu proceeded with his address to Congress, asserting Israel’s determination to prevail in the Gaza conflict.
The Watergate Hotel’s management has been working closely with authorities to manage the situation. Despite the protestors’ disruptive actions, the hotel assured its guests that operations have returned to normal. This incident highlights the extreme measures some groups are willing to take to voice their opposition to political leaders and their policies.
Ahead of Netanyahu‘s speech, significant protests erupted near Capitol Hill, with over 1,000 demonstrators gathering to express their discontent. The protest, which culminated in around 200 arrests, underscores the heightened tensions surrounding Netanyahu’s visit and the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Protesters aimed to send a powerful message to both the Israeli leader and the U.S. Congress regarding their stance on the Gaza war.
While the protests and the disruptive incident at the Watergate Hotel brought attention to the Palestinian cause, Netanyahu’s speech to Congress proceeded as planned. He emphasized Israel’s resolve in the ongoing conflict and addressed the criticisms and concerns raised by the demonstrators. The events surrounding his visit reflect the deep divisions and passionate sentiments on both sides of the issue.
The incident at the Watergate Hotel and the surrounding protests underscore the intensity of the opposition to Netanyahu’s visit and the broader conflict in Gaza. These events highlight the lengths to which activists are willing to go to make their voices heard on the international stage.
“Palestine protestors manufactured chaos at the Watergate Hotel last night so that Netanyahu,
