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Global Student Protests Escalate as UK and US Universities Grapple with Anti-Israel Demonstrations

Amid rising tensions, educational institutions face challenges in balancing free speech and campus safety, with several incidents leading to police interventions.

  • In the UK, students intensify protests at universities like UCL and SOAS, demanding divestment from companies linked to the Israeli occupation of Gaza.
  • George Washington University in Washington D.C. sees its statue defaced and encampment cleared after heated protests and police arrests.
  • UK Education Secretary calls for leadership to prevent campus violence, highlighting increased antisemitism amid ongoing demonstrations.
  • Student protests in the UK and US are part of a broader, sometimes violent global movement against the Israeli actions in Gaza.
  • Universities are urged to ensure safety and uphold free speech while managing protests that have disrupted academic environments.
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