Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant criticized the ongoing protests on US college campuses, labeling them as antisemitic and inciting terrorism. Gallant expressed solidarity with Jewish individuals and urged university officials and US authorities to take action to protect Jewish youth.
At New York University, over 130 people were arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest that turned chaotic. NYU sought assistance from the NYPD due to intimidating chants and antisemitic incidents reported during the protest. The situation escalated into a confrontation between protesters and police in riot gear, with a few instances of violence, such as bottles being thrown at officers.
Similarly, at Yale University, 45 protesters were arrested for criminal trespassing after refusing to leave the premises. Despite the arrests, numerous protesters remained on campus the following day.
US House Speaker Mike Johnson announced plans to visit Jewish students at Columbia University to address the concerning increase in antisemitism on American college campuses. Johnson's visit aims to shed light on the issue and raise awareness about the challenges faced by Jewish students.
