Chelsea Manning is back in headlines as protests surge over US arms sales linked to Middle East tensions. Former US Army intelligence analyst (Bradley Manning) jailed for Espionage Act violations.
Protesters in New York and other cities have been detained during demonstrations against US and Israeli military actions in the Middle East. Chelsea Manning and around 90 others have been detained. The protests oppose strikes on Iran, Lebanon, and Gaza, amid ongoing conflicts and US support for Israel. The demonstrations are linked to broader regional tensions.