Protesters Greet Netanyahu With 'War Criminal' Chants During Washington Visit

Protesters Greet Netanyahu With 'War Criminal' Chants During Washington Visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced vocal opposition as his motorcade arrived in Washington, DC, with protesters labeling him a "war criminal" and demanding his arrest.

Protesters Confront Motorcade

As Netanyahu reached the US capital, demonstrators gathered along the route of his motorcade, waving Palestinian flags and directing angry messages at the Israeli leader. Protesters shouted "war criminal" and used profane language directed at the prime minister, whom they referred to as "Bibi," during his arrival in the city.

The demonstrators called for Netanyahu to be arrested, expressing their opposition as his vehicle passed through the streets of Washington.

Washington Visit and Trump Talks

Netanyahu traveled to Washington for scheduled talks with US President Donald Trump. The visit drew protesters who assembled to voice their opposition to the Israeli prime minister as he made his way to his destination.

The confrontation occurred at the outset of Netanyahu's visit to the American capital, where he is expected to hold discussions with the US president.

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Source: Al Jazeera English