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Campus Protests Against Israel-Hamas Conflict Continue Nationwide

Graduate Ari Belchinsky wears pro-Israel pins during the University of Michigan's Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremony at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich., on Saturday, May 4, 2024. (Jacob Hamilton/A

Protesters gathered at the University of Michigan's commencement ceremony, voicing anti-war sentiments and displaying Palestinian flags. The demonstration, involving around 50 individuals wearing traditional Arabic kaffiyeh alongside their graduation caps, did not significantly disrupt the event attended by tens of thousands at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor. One banner read: 'No universities left in Gaza.'

During the ceremony, U.S. Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro acknowledged the protesters and emphasized the importance of protecting the right to peaceful protest. The university permitted protesters to establish an encampment on campus, although police intervened to disperse a large gathering the previous night, resulting in one arrest.

Similar protests have emerged on campuses nationwide, with students urging universities to sever ties with Israel or affiliated companies supporting the conflict in Gaza. Encampments have been dismantled, and arrests have occurred in some instances.

U.S. Navy Secretary acknowledges protesters' right to peaceful protest at the event.
Protesters at University of Michigan commencement display Palestinian flags and anti-war sentiments.
Protests at various universities advocate for severing ties with Israel and affiliated companies.
Tufts University protesters dismantle encampment without agreement with the school.
Princeton University students initiate hunger strike for divestment from Israel-linked companies.
Movement sparked by Israel-Hamas conflict, with Hamas attacks leading to Israeli offensive in Gaza.

Notably, protesters at Tufts University dismantled their encampment without reaching an agreement with the school, while at Princeton University, students initiated a hunger strike to advocate for divestment from Israel-linked companies and amnesty for protesters facing charges.

These actions are part of a broader movement sparked by the Israel-Hamas conflict, which began with Hamas attacks on southern Israel, resulting in casualties and hostages. Israel's subsequent offensive in Gaza has led to significant Palestinian casualties, including many women and children, along with widespread displacement.

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