Hundreds of peace activists have taken to the streets of New York City to condemn US military involvement in the Middle East and Europe and criticize anti-Muslim statements by US presidential candidates.
The protesters gathered on Sunday near the United Nations Headquarters and chanted anti-war slogans. They also called for an end to the war in Syria and NATO expansion in Europe.
The demonstrators also condemned the rise of Islamophobia and denounced Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump for his racist and anti-Islam speeches.
Activists with the International Action Center and other groups held anti-Trump signs, while demonstrating against hate and racism.
New York City police officers were present at the scene of the protest but no clashes occurred.
International Action Center co-director Sara Founders said the group plans to stage a protest next week at a Trump campaign in Washington, DC.
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