Pro-Palestinian protests have escalated on American college campuses, leading to the establishment of encampments at several institutions. Students are demanding that universities divest from companies benefiting from the Israeli occupation of Palestine.
Despite disciplinary measures and police intervention, the encampments have continued to grow, with protests taking place at Yale University, Columbia University, and New York University, among others. Authorities have arrested dozens of students, citing trespassing and safety concerns.
The protests have sparked controversy, with allegations of antisemitism and concerns about student safety. Jewish groups have condemned the demonstrations, while pro-Palestinian organizers have denounced antisemitic rhetoric and emphasized their focus on the Palestinian cause.
The encampments have become a platform for ongoing protests against Israel’s actions in Gaza and calls for an end to the Israeli occupation.