2023-11-16 12:10:53
The Jacques-Cartier Bridge was closed in both directions on Thursday morning due to a Propalestine demonstration, which disrupted traffic during rush hour.
A group of protesters mobilized in response to the “Stop Everything for Palestine” call to ask Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to call for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
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According to the press release published in the morning, this action “is part of numerous demonstrations, economic disruptions and occupations aimed at putting an end to the status quo in the face of the genocide committed by Israel in Gaza.”
“We are here in solidarity with Gaza because we cannot remain silent and let the status quo continue while Prime Minister Trudeau and Mélanie Joly, whose ridings are in our city,” said Rachel Barker, the one of the participants.
‼️The Jacques-Cartier Bridge is completely closed
⚠️ invite all motorists to avoid the Jacques-Cartier Bridge area, for an indefinite period. pic.twitter.com/Im1kSKHH9E
— Longueuil agglomeration police service (@PoliceSPAL) November 16, 2023
The intervention lasted more than an hour.
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