Tag: Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
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Pro-Palestinian Student Protests Spread Across US Campuses
Since the emergence of pro-Palestinian student encampments at Columbia University in New York City, similar protests have proliferated on college campuses nationwide, including several prominent institutions in the Boston area. As of May 7, 2024, student demonstrators at MIT and Harvard University have been occupying outdoor spaces on their campuses, advocating for a cease-fire in…
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Police Clear Columbia University Building Occupied by Pro-Palestinian Protesters
Police swept into Columbia University late Tuesday night to end a pro-Palestinian occupation of Hamilton Hall, the administration building, and dismantle a protest encampment that had been set up on the campus grounds. The action came after the school’s president sought assistance from the New York Police Department (NYPD), citing concerns about safety and the…
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Israeli Hostage Families Divided Over Gaza Conflict Approach
Families’ Plea for Continued Military Action As mediators work toward securing the release of hostages from Gaza in exchange for a ceasefire in Israel’s military operations, a faction of Israeli hostage relatives advocates for the continuation of military action against Hamas, despite the potential prolongation of their loved ones’ captivity. The group, known as Forum…
