The protester attempted to self-immolate during a pro-Palestinian rally, and police officers and bystanders rushed to put out the flames.

A man attempted to set himself on fire during a protest near the White House Saturday afternoon, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

A pro-Palestine protester set himself on fire outside the White House after he vowed to give his “left arm” to children in Gaza who had lost limbs during the Israel-Hamas war. Pictures show police officers and bystanders rushing to help the man,

During an anti-Israel protest near the White House, photojournalist Samuel Mena Jr set his arm on fire in a dramatic plea against media misinformation

The self-immolation attempt occurred just days before the anniversary of the October 7 attacks on Israel by Hamas

Pro-Palestinian protesters will rally in front of the White House on Saturday as part of an international day of action they describe as marking “one year of genocide” and “one year of resistance.”

An anti-Israel protester lit himself on fire outside the White House on Saturday in a demonstration against the war in Gaza.

Protesters waved Palestinian and Lebanese flags, among others, with many holding up signs and chanting in unison to demonstrate solidarity with the Palestinian cause.