Police removed a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of California Santa Barbara, making five arrests. The encampment was established in solidarity with pro-Palestinian university encampments across the nation and lasted 54 days. Jewish students reported being intimidated at some UC campuses.
Key Points
Encampment established in solidarity with pro-Palestinian movements
Lasted 54 days before being cleared by police
Jewish students reported feeling intimidated at UC campuses
Pros
Enforcement of campus policies
Resumption of normal operations at the University
Cons
Arrests made during the removal
Accusations of negotiating in bad faith from both sides