Protests demanding the release of a 16-year-old American Palestinian from Tampa held in Israeli custody took place across Florida on Sunday, as advocates push for action ahead of his next court appearance.

The demonstrations in Tampa, Jacksonville, Orlando, Melbourne, and South Florida were organized by CAIR Florida as part of a nationwide week of action calling for the release of Mohammed Ibrahim. CAIR said Ibrahim was only 15 years old when Israeli officials detained him.

Family members, friends, and community supporters gathered to urge state and federal lawmakers to intervene, emphasizing that Ibrahim is a U.S. citizen and a minor. His uncle, Zeyad Kadur, attended the Tampa protest and described what happened during Ibrahims arrest.

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