DC Jewish community holds rally at Freedom Plaza amid tensions in the Middle East

WASHINGTON (7News) — As reactions and support come in for Israelis and Palestinians stuck in between an intense conflict in the Middle East, a local Jewish Federation held a rally in the heart of D.C.

Officials with the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington (JCRC) gathered at Freedom Plaza Friday afternoon.

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The event demonstrated the immense support of the American Jewish community for Israel after roughly 1,200 Israelis were murdered and an estimated 150 civilians and soldiers were taken hostage since Hamas first attacked less than a week ago.

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State and federal officials, interfaith representatives and Jewish community leaders spoke at the rally. Representatives from the Israeli Embassy and the Biden administration were also invited to attend.

Overnight Friday, security barriers went up at the U.S. Capitol.

The latest information from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is that there are no credible threats to the area but as 7News has reported since this weekend, residents can expect extra patrols, especially near synagogues and mosques.

The U.S. Capitol Police added that there will be enhanced security.

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