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Two officers injured as pro-Palestinian protesters occupy Columbia University library: What we know so far

IndiaTimes Thursday, 8 May 2025
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators occupied Columbia University's Butler Library, leading to clashes with public safety officers and NYPD intervention. Two officers were injured during the chaotic scene as protesters renamed the library and hung banners. The university called in police after students refused to leave, resulting in multiple arrests amid ongoing tensions over Columbia's investments and accusations of antisemitism.
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News video: Columbia Library Protest Turns CHAOTIC as NYPD Arrests Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Amid Crackdown

Columbia Library Protest Turns CHAOTIC as NYPD Arrests Pro-Palestinian Demonstrators Amid Crackdown 03:24

 Columbia University witnessed fresh unrest as pro-Palestinian protesters occupied Butler Library, prompting the university to summon the NYPD. Several demonstrators were arrested for trespassing after ignoring dispersal warnings. Tensions soared after the Trump administration pulled $400M in funding...

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