On June 21, the streets of New York City came alive as protesters rallied in support of Iran and Palestine, igniting candid conversations about the U.S. role in the Israel-Iran conflict.
Retiree Joanne held a sign calling for an end to U.S. arms shipments to Israel. “America should stop arming Israel for its war in the Middle East,” she said, urging policymakers to rein in military support.
Teacher Julia echoed a similar sentiment. She believes most Americans are skeptical of any new military engagements abroad. “Iran has the strength to defend itself,” Julia told a CGTN Stringer, highlighting a desire for restraint over escalation.
These on-the-ground opinions mirror a broader anti-war mood among U.S. citizens, where calls for diplomatic solutions outweigh support for fresh military involvement.
As the debate unfolds, voices like Joanne and Julia could shape the future of U.S. foreign policy, reminding decision-makers that public opinion often charts the course for national action.
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cgtn.com
