Pro-Palestinian Student Protests at Sciences Po in Paris
French police peacefully removed students from Sciences Po in Paris who had gathered in support of Palestinians, echoing similar protests in the U.S. The students waved Palestinian flags and chanted slogans in solidarity with Gaza residents amidst the Israeli-Hamas conflict. The university administration had closed the main buildings and moved classes online due to the occupation.
Key Points
- Students at Sciences Po protested in support of Palestinians in Gaza
- Similar protests took place in other French universities
- Police evicted students from the Sciences Po building peacefully
Pros
- Students showing solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza
- Raising awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza
- Peaceful protests
Cons
- Disruption of university activities
- Potential for escalation of tensions
- Inconvenience for students and staff