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Violent clashes broke out in Montreal on Friday evening as anti-Israel protesters set cars on fire, smashed shop windows, and burned an effigy of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The protests, which began peacefully at around 4:30 p.m. at Émilie-Gamelin Park in downtown Montreal, quickly descended into chaos as night fell over the city.  

 

What started as a demonstration in support of Gaza escalated when protesters hurled small explosive devices and pieces of metal at police officers. Acts of vandalism followed, with individuals using hammers and wooden planks to shatter storefront windows and torch parked vehicles. The chaotic scene was further intensified as protesters marched through the streets waving Palestinian flags, releasing red smoke bombs, and carrying banners to create an atmosphere of anarchy.  

 

One of the most jarring moments came when demonstrators burned an effigy of Netanyahu in the middle of the street, symbolizing their rage against Israeli policies. The images of the effigy engulfed in flames served as a stark reflection of the intensity of the unrest.  

 

Montreal police were quick to respond, deploying chemical irritants and utilizing crowd-control tactics to disperse the rioters. Riot officers confronted the demonstrators on St-Laurent Boulevard, resorting to tear gas to regain control of the volatile situation. The Montreal Gazette described the police actions as involving "chemical irritants and crowd-dispersal maneuvers."  

 

While the unrest unfolded, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended a Taylor Swift concert in Toronto, sparking outrage from members of the Jewish community and public officials. Quebec Senator Leo Housakos expressed his anger, writing, "Tonight, while Justin Trudeau is partying it up in Toronto, I was meeting with several members of the Jewish community of Montreal. Meanwhile, this is our hometown tonight. The pro-Hamas crowd emboldened by Mr. Trudeau’s pledge to arrest the Israeli PM. Hope you had fun at the concert, though, Justin."  

 

Social media was flooded with videos of the chaos, capturing the burning vehicles, shattered windows, and clashes with police. One user summarized the events by posting, "Crazy night is going over the city of Montreal, Canada, one huge chaos as anti-Israel protesters go into meltdown on the streets. People thought they would find their car in the morning, but the parked cars were set on fire tonight. To help Gaza. Our country is being destroyed over a conflict that doesn't even involve Canada in any way."  

 

The unrest in Montreal has drawn sharp criticism and ignited broader discussions about the appropriateness of such protests and the Canadian government's handling of related tensions.

 

Based on a report by Daily Mail 2024-11-25

 

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