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Columbia University Faces Intense Scrutiny Amid Nationwide Campus Protests

As protests escalate across U.S. campuses over the Israel-Hamas conflict, Columbia University's president faces resignation calls amidst accusations of mishandling demonstrations.

  • Nationwide protests have erupted on U.S. college campuses, sparked by the Israel-Hamas conflict, leading to numerous arrests and heightened tensions.
  • Columbia University President Minouche Shafik is under fire from various quarters, with calls for her resignation over her handling of campus protests.
  • Robert Kraft, a notable alumnus, has publicly withdrawn his support, criticizing the university for its response to the protests and alleged antisemitism.
  • Protests have led to significant disruptions, including class cancellations and the involvement of local police forces to manage demonstrators.
  • Investigations into alleged antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents at several universities are underway, adding to the complexity of the situation.
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