Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy building at Columbia University

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NEW YORK: Pro-Palestinian activists occupied a building at Columbia University early on Tuesday (Apr 30), escalating a battle with administrators who have begun suspending students for refu

Protesters barricade themselves inside Hamilton Hall at Columbia University, expanding their protest after a deadline issued in the afternoon by university officials to disband or face suspension, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in New York City, U.S., April 30, 2024. REUTERS/Caitlin Ochs

Israel has denied targeting civilians in its war on Hamas militants in Gaza, accusing the militants of hiding among them. "This access restriction will remain in place until circumstances allow otherwise," it said."The safety of every single member of this community is paramount. We thank you for your patience, cooperation and understanding."

At Cal Poly Humboldt University, police early on Tuesday swarmed the campus, where students were occupying a school building and starting detaining people, local media reported.

 

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