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College campuses see pro-Palestinian protests ahead of commencements. Gaza truce talks show progress, but Israel downplays ending war. Northern Gaza faces full-blown famine. Biden condemns violence on campuses. Nearly 2,200 arrested in US during pro-Palestinian protests. Biden speaks out after silence.

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In May 2024, a series of protests erupted on college campuses across the United States regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine. These protests sparked a variety of responses and actions. President Joe Biden broke his silence on the issue, denouncing violent protests and emphasizing the importance of maintaining order on university campuses [1] [8] [15] [19] [22] [28]. However, some students, mainly pro-Palestinian demonstrators, faced challenges in navigating their responses to the conflict and the protests [3] [5] [7] [9].

The demonstrations mobilized students, with a substantial number of participants and a high level of intensity. Nearly 2,200 people were arrested during these protests [16] [20]. Israeli-Palestinian tensions fueled these widespread campus protests, some of which turned confrontational and necessitated the intervention of law enforcement, resulting in dozens of arrests at UCLA [21] [26] [30]. Nevertheless, different colleges took various approaches to address the demonstrations, with some opting to strike deals to end the protests and engaging in dialogues on their investments [2] [17]. While the protests ebbed following crackdowns and Biden's rebuke, tensions stemming from the Israel-Palestine conflict continue to linger [10] [13] [29].

Biden's stance on the protests was met with a range of reactions, from comparisons to previous presidential actions to critiques and calls for divestment from Israel [12] [27] [34] [37]. Amid the demonstrations, a strong emphasis was placed on condemning antisemitism and hate speech, highlighting the complexities and sensitivities surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict and its manifestation on U.S. college campuses [33] [41] [43]. The situation reflected a broader global trend of pro-Palestinian demonstrations facing opposition and scrutiny in various countries, showcasing the complexities of this longstanding geopolitical issue on student activism across academic institutions [44] [46] [50].

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