Jewish Columbia student claims assault by pro-Palestinian activist, fears for safety.

Jewish Israeli Student ​Attacked on Campus⁢ for Raising Awareness ⁢about Hostages

A Jewish Israeli student‌ at ​Columbia University had a terrifying‌ encounter with a pro-Palestinian activist on campus. The student, who wishes to remain anonymous, was attacked while trying⁤ to raise awareness ‌about⁣ Israelis ​who ‍have been ⁢taken‌ hostage​ by Hamas.

The altercation began when the attacker started tearing down⁣ posters displaying the faces of the victims. The student suffered a broken finger and bruises ⁣from the ‌assault.

Feeling unsafe on campus, the student expressed his concerns, saying,‍ “As an ⁢Israeli⁣ Jewish ‍student, I don’t feel‍ safe going ⁢to campus⁢ anymore, which was⁣ promised ⁤to be ‌a safe haven.”

The student had hung posters to shed light on ⁢the victims of Hamas attacks on innocent Israeli civilians. One torn⁣ poster,⁣ featuring a “Young Israeli Couple” kidnapped by Hamas, serves as ‍evidence of the incident.

Ripped flier ⁣for Kidnapped Israelis

The alleged attacker was seen carrying ‌a wooden stick, which was used ⁣in the assault. The student explained, “My friend⁢ and I went to him while ‍he was tearing down posters we just hung asking him to stop and then he pushed me. I tried taking our posters and he hit me with that ‌piece of wood.”

The alleged attacker was seen carrying ⁣a wooden⁣ stick

The NYPD confirmed that the attacker‍ was a 19-year-old female and that she⁢ was taken into custody.⁤ Maxwell⁣ Friedman, the alleged attacker, was charged with assault.

Columbia University⁢ Public Safety acknowledged the incident and the subsequent arrest but did not ‌confirm whether religious motives were involved.

The⁣ student and his‍ friends decided to document ⁢the incident with their phones, as they had previously faced violence ‍on campus. One friend had ⁤been spat on for speaking Hebrew, but no action was taken due to the ​lack of photographic evidence.

The alleged attacker is seen in an apparent scuffle with‍ other students

The‍ student received a call from Amber​ Griffiths,⁤ Associate Dean of Student Affairs and Wellbeing, who expressed shock ⁢and uncertainty about how to respond to the incident.

During the call, the student⁢ emphasized the lack of safety for Jewish students ⁣on campus and mentioned an⁣ upcoming ⁣rally organized by Students for⁢ Justice in Palestine (SJP). He feared that the ⁢violence he experienced would pale in comparison to ‌what ⁢might occur at the rally.

The Columbia SJP condemned General ⁢Studies Dean Lisa Rosen-Metsch⁢ for an email that they ⁢believed victimized Israeli soldiers and obscured Palestinian ⁣resistance as “terrorism.”

The student expressed his wish for universities to take a stronger stance against anti-Zionist and anti-Semitic violence⁣ to ensure the safety of Israeli and Jewish students.

Following the attack, Columbia University students⁢ discussed the​ events on Sidechat, confirming the arrest of ​the ​pro-Palestinian activist and providing details‌ of the ‍incident.

Screenshot: SideChat

Some students attempted to⁤ blame the ‍Jewish students for the altercation and argued against the arrest of the activist based on race.

Anti-Israel⁢ activists‌ are planning a national “Day​ of Resistance” to rally support for ‌Palestinians.

How does the attack on the Jewish ⁢Israeli⁣ student ‍at Columbia ‍University raise concerns about the‌ rise of anti-Israel ⁣sentiment ⁣on college campuses?

For ‌questioning. They also stated that they are ‌investigating the incident as a possible hate​ crime.

This ‌attack on the Jewish Israeli ⁣student raises serious concerns about the rise of anti-Israel sentiment on college campuses. Universities should be places ⁢of tolerance, diversity, and free ​speech,⁣ where students feel safe expressing their opinions and raising awareness about important issues. It is deeply troubling that a student was physically assaulted for exercising his right to freedom of expression.

The pro-Palestinian activist’s actions are not only morally​ wrong but ‌also counterproductive to any meaningful dialogue or understanding between Israelis and⁣ Palestinians. It is important ‌to remember ‍that‌ not ⁤all Israelis support or are ⁣responsible for the actions of ‌the ⁢Israeli government. By ‌attacking a‌ student who was attempting to shed light on the victims of Hamas attacks,‍ the alleged​ attacker only ⁢perpetuates the cycle of violence⁤ and animosity between the two communities.

Universities have a duty⁣ to protect and uphold the rights⁣ of all students. They must ensure​ that Jewish and Israeli students, ​like any other student, can freely express their identities, beliefs,⁤ and concerns without fear of⁤ physical harm or intimidation. It⁤ is‌ imperative for Columbia University to take swift action in addressing this incident and sending ‍a strong message that such behavior‌ will not be tolerated on its ​campus.

Moreover,⁣ it is crucial for‌ university campuses to foster an inclusive environment where different perspectives and narratives are respected. This incident highlights the need for open and constructive dialogue on​ important and sensitive issues such as ‌the Israeli-Palestinian​ conflict. Through respectful discussions ​and engagement, students can learn from ⁤one another and‌ work towards mutual understanding and ⁣empathy.

In conclusion, the attack on the Jewish Israeli student ⁢at Columbia University⁣ is a disturbing incident that should not be overlooked. It serves as a⁢ reminder of the ongoing challenges faced ⁤by Jewish and Israeli students on college​ campuses ​when expressing their views. Universities must ensure the safety and well-being of all students, regardless of their⁤ identity or beliefs. It is our collective responsibility to promote a campus ⁤culture that values diversity, respects freedom of expression, and⁢ fosters dialogue and understanding.

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