On Friday, the city of Minneapolis released a video message advocating for peaceful protests and unity as tensions continue to rise between demonstrators and immigration enforcement officers in the Twin Cities area.

The 84-second video shared on the Minneapolis City YouTube page opens with a Minneapolis business sign that reads: “We love our Somali neighbors.” Throughout the video, multiple anti-ICE protest slogans are seen, including signs that read “Abolish,” “Ice out of our neighborhood” and “neighbors say ICE out.”

“Those who spread fear crave attention,” the video narrates. “The most effective way to resist and ensure each other’s safety is by not succumbing to their tactics. Live your lives, care for one another, support local businesses, and channel your energy into peaceful protests and community solidarity. Avoid falling into the trap of hatred.”

The video features interviews with community members, including faith leaders, and showcases images of Mayor Jacob Frey, who recently testified at a Democratic Immigration hearing, underlining the city’s stance on the issue.

On January 17, 2026, pro-immigration demonstrators, many wielding signs urging ICE to leave, gathered in front of Minneapolis City Hall to voice their opposition. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Accompanying the video, a caption reads: “We understand the fear, anger, and uncertainty felt by people across Minneapolis. Those who spread fear and hatred primarily seek attention—to provoke and escalate confrontations.” This message aims to empower residents to respond with peace and unity in the face of adversity.

The caption goes on to say that the community should continue to “meet this moment together with peace, unity, and the welcoming values that make Minneapolis so special.”

Protesters gather in front of the Minnesota State Capitol in response to the death of Renee Good, who was fatally shot by an ICE officer, Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, in St. Paul. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Tensions flared in Minneapolis after 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot on Jan. 7 by an ICE officer while allegedly blocking an immigration operation in the city and driving toward the officer.

Agitators across the Twin Cities have followed and harassed federal agents as they carry out operations, with some throwing snowballs at agents or screaming obscenities through bullhorns from just feet away. Some clashes have resulted in immigration officers deploying pepper spray and tear gas.

Law enforcement detain a man outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building during a protest on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

President Donald Trump’s administration is preparing 1,500 troops for potential deployment to Minnesota, a senior U.S. official confirmed to Fox News Digital.

The official says the U.S. Army’s 11th Airborne Division, which is based in Alaska and specializes in cold-weather and mountain warfare, has given prepare to deploy orders. 

Minneapolis and St. Paul are already hosting some 3,000 federal agents deployed there after a massive fraud scandal rocked the state late last year.