In Crown Heights, Brooklyn, anti-Israel activists clashed with counter-protesters while protesting against Zionism, raising safety concerns for the Orthodox Jewish community. The NYPD deployed significant forces to block protesters from reaching the neighborhood, which is home to the Chabad-Lubavitch headquarters. Despite tensions, community members and watch groups participated in safeguarding the area, demonstrating solidarity against the protests. The unrest was fueled by a recent visit from controversial Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who had earlier sparked large protests with his divisive political rhetoric.
"The protesters never made it to Crown Heights due to the NYPD deployments, which showcases the effectiveness of law enforcement in maintaining peace in the community."
"It was heartening to see scores of people, some Jewish and some not, who came to Crown Heights to protect the residents; they weren't looking for a fight."
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