The Berkeley City Council last night approved a resolution on the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
The resolution expressed hope for peace in Gaza, but it did not call for a ceasefire to end Israel’s 19-month old military campaign.
The Berkeleyside reports the council voted seven-to-one in favor of the resolution, with one abstention.Dozens of pro-Palestinian supporters reacted to council vote by chanting, “no justice, no peace,” inside the council chambers.
They had urged the council to adopt a resolution calling for a ceasefire, an end to US military aid to Israel, and the recognition of a Palestinian state.
The resolution was supported by pro-Israel residents at the meeting.
