Protestors attend vigil for Air Force airman who set himself on fire outside Israeli Embassy

Senior Airman Aaron Bushnell was a U.S. Air Force airman who set himself on fire outside the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C. The 25 year old posted a video online before the incident stating he did not want to be complicit in genocide regarding the war in Gaza. Bushnell’s last words were ‘Free Palestine’. On 27 February 2024, mourners gathered in front of the Army Recruitment Office in Times Square to celebrate the life of Aaron Bushnell and continue his mission to support Palestine in this time of war. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: