The Israeli embassy in New York City expressed deep concern over the recent rise in anti-Semitic incidents at schools such as Columbia and New York University, emphasizing that these acts go against free speech principles and have no place in academia. The Consulate General of Israel in New York condemned the targeting of Jewish, Israeli, and pro-Israeli students, calling for institutional leaders to urgently address and correct this behavior. The consulate stressed that such manifestations of hate are unacceptable and must be addressed for the safety and well-being of all students. They trust that the relevant authorities and institutions will take the necessary steps to prevent any form of discrimination on campus.
Anti-Israel protests at New York University turned violent when demonstrators threw bottles at police officers sent to disperse the crowd, resulting in the arrest of 133 protesters who were charged with trespassing. The NYPD confirmed the use of zip ties and flex cuffs to remove the unruly protesters from campus. At Columbia University, classes have shifted to virtual or hybrid due to safety concerns stemming from ongoing anti-Israel protests. The Provost emphasized that safety is a top priority as the institution strives to support students’ learning and academic operations, ensuring teaching and learning continue during this challenging time.
The Israeli embassy and Consulate General of Israel in New York are deeply troubled by the recent increase in anti-Semitic incidents at schools like Columbia University and NYU, where Jewish, Israeli, and pro-Israeli students are being targeted and denied a safe educational environment. They strongly condemn these acts of hate and call on institutional leaders to intervene and correct the behavior to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. The consulate believes it is crucial for relevant authorities and institutions to take necessary steps to address and prevent any form of discrimination on campus, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
The violent anti-Israel protests at New York University led to the arrest of 133 demonstrators who were charged with trespassing after throwing bottles at police officers. The NYPD used zip ties and flex cuffs to remove the protesters from campus, highlighting the escalating tensions surrounding the issue. At Columbia University, classes have shifted to virtual or hybrid due to ongoing safety concerns related to anti-Israel protests, with the Provost stressing the importance of ensuring teaching and learning continue during this challenging time. The Israeli embassy and consulate trust that relevant authorities and institutions will take the necessary steps to address and prevent discrimination on campus, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
The Israeli embassy in New York City and the Consulate General of Israel in New York strongly condemn the recent rise in anti-Semitic incidents at institutions like Columbia University and NYU, calling for immediate intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. They believe that institutional leaders must urgently address and correct these behaviors that go against free speech principles and have no place in academia. The consulate stresses the importance of preventing any form of discrimination on campus and trusts that the relevant authorities and institutions will take the necessary steps to address the issue. The violent anti-Israel protests at New York University leading to the arrest of protesters highlight the escalating tensions surrounding the issue, with classes at Columbia shifting to virtual or hybrid due to ongoing safety concerns.
