Columbia Students Arrested in Pro-Palestinian Protest
Over 100 Arrested in Encampment Standoff
Protests Continue at Universities Amidst Israel-Gaza Conflict
New York, NY (April 22, 2024) - Over 100 students at Columbia University were arrested last week after refusing to leave a pro-Palestinian protest encampment.
The arrests came after a week-long protest by students in support of Palestinian rights. The encampment was set up in response to Israel's bombardment of Gaza, which has killed over 100 Palestinians.
"We are here to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people," said one of the protesters, who asked not to be named. "We cannot stand by and watch as they are being killed and their homes are being destroyed."
The protest has been met with mixed reactions from the Columbia community. Some students have expressed support for the protesters, while others have criticized them for disrupting campus life.
"I understand why they are protesting, but I don't think they should be doing it on campus," said one student. "This is a place for learning, not for politics."
The university administration has also condemned the protest, saying that it is a "violation of university policy." The administration has threatened to take disciplinary action against students who participate in the protest.
The arrests at Columbia are just one example of the increased protests and debate on American college campuses over the Israel-Gaza conflict. In recent weeks, protests have been held at campuses across the country, with students calling for an end to Israeli violence and support for Palestinian rights.
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