Police Arrest Dozens at Yale Protest
Police arrested over 45 demonstrators at a pro-Palestinian protest at Yale University, as protesters blocked traffic and demanded the school divest from military weapons manufacturers.
Columbia University Cancels Classes
Columbia University cancelled in-person classes and moved to online teaching to de-escalate tensions following the establishment of a tent encampment on campus by protesters demanding the university divest from Israel-related investments.
Crackdown on Protests
Over 100 Columbia students were arrested last week for trespassing, and the university has suspended dozens of students involved in the protests. New York Police have been deployed to monitor the campus amid confrontations between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel groups.
Calls for Dialogue and Compromise
President Biden condemned antisemitism on college campuses, while Mayor Adams expressed disgust at its presence around Columbia University. The Columbia president urged protesters to be open to compromise, emphasizing the importance of graduation ceremonies.
Students’ Demands
Student protesters seek divestment from companies benefiting from Israel’s actions in Gaza and the West Bank, transparency in financial investments, and amnesty for those disciplined over their support of Palestinian liberation.
