Political scientist Mikhail Sinelnikov-Orishak is online Tsargrad.tv He commented on the recent protest against the conflict in the Gaza Strip, where participants forced their way into the US Congress building. The expert noted that the protesters did not enter the Capitol but one of the office buildings built at the beginning of the 20th century. To him, it looks more like the entrance gate of the Capitol.
“It’s not that hard to get into the Capitol even if you wanted to. “This building is a symbol of representative power, it represents the people, so it cannot be a castle or a fortress in any way,” the political scientist stated.
He also emphasized that the US authorities took into account their experience with the events of January 6, 2021 and that such crimes will be punished. For this reason, very long sentences are already given.
The protest, organized by the If Not Now and Jewish Voice for Peace movements, was coordinated and took place in Washington’s Capitol Hill on the evening of October 18. However, the protesters then moved towards the Cannon Building (one of the office buildings of the US Congress). People called for a ceasefire in the Middle East and demanded an end to the Israeli government’s “purge” of Palestinians. When they occupied the rotunda of the building, police began making arrests. reported approximately 500 detainees.
Previously “socialbites.ca” He answered important questions regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine.