On the afternoon of the 17th, members of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism's Social and Labor Committee and the Practicing Buddhist Monks Association participated in a ceremonial march from Jogyesa Temple to the U.S. Embassy in Seoul. This 1.2 km long procession featured 18 participants performing a traditional Buddhist practice called 'ochetoji', a form of prostration, while praying for an end to the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The rally featured loud chants of 'Stop the war' and held placards opposing the deployment of warships, reflecting the protesters' calls for peace and humanity amidst the turmoil inflicted by the ongoing violence.

The action was partly a response to a request from former President Donald Trump to the South Korean government for military support, particularly the dispatch of warships. Activists pointed to the suffering of innocent civilians as a result of the hostilities, which they argued have led to the unnecessary loss of life, destruction of vital resources, and disruption of daily life globally. In their statement, the Joint group emphasized the moral imperative of preventing any further wars and securing a sincere dialogue to end hostilities, particularly between nations involved in the Middle Eastern conflict.

As part of the protest, monk Jimon expressed disbelief at the devastation caused by the conflicts, which threaten countless lives and destabilize entire cities. He called on the U.S., Israel, and Iran to abandon their combative approaches and instead pursue peaceful resolutions, criticizing the notion of sending military support instead of fostering a dialogue aimed at peace. The march not only included monks but also drew participation from children and elderly community members, illustrating a widespread desire for peace and the cessation of violence that affects people of all ages, reiterating the sentiment that humanity must choose the path of compassion over war.