What's happened
Rabbis and activists, including Ayelet Waldman, were arrested by Israeli police while attempting to deliver food supplies to Gaza. Over 100 protesters were also arrested during a Passover seder protest near Chuck Schumer's home in Brooklyn.
Why it matters
The arrests of rabbis, activists, and protesters highlight the ongoing tensions and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. These actions draw attention to the need for peace and humanitarian aid in the region, sparking discussions about US military support for Israel and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
What the papers say
The New York Times reports on the arrests of rabbis and activists near the Gaza border, emphasizing the efforts to bring attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The Guardian covers the arrests of Jewish anti-war protesters during a Passover seder protest in New York, focusing on calls to end US military aid to Israel.
How we got here
The arrests come amidst ongoing tensions in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with efforts to highlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Rabbis and activists are advocating for peace and drawing attention to the need for humanitarian aid in the region.
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