Student protests have erupted across US campuses, denouncing the Israeli occupation of Gaza and demanding an immediate end to the ongoing conflict. The fervent demonstrations have resulted in the arrest of numerous protesters, including Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein.

Amidst calls for boycotting companies with ties to Israel, tensions have escalated, with some Jewish students expressing concerns over perceived anti-Semitic rhetoric among certain protesters.

At Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, 40 individuals, including Jill Stein, were arrested, marking an unprecedented turn of events where a presidential candidate faces protest-related charges. California State Polytechnic has opted to shift to online teaching due to disruptions caused by the protests.

Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts, witnessed the arrest of 108 individuals, while clashes between protesters and police unfolded at the University of Texas, resulting in the apprehension of 34 people.

The wave of protests, sparked by Israeli aggression in Gaza, initially commenced at Columbia University in New York, where hundreds of students were arrested, drawing criticism towards US Speaker Mike Johnson.

In Los Angeles, the University of Southern California (USC) was compelled to cancel its major graduation ceremony due to escalating anti-Israel demonstrations, citing security concerns. A police crackdown on anti-war protesters led to several arrests, prompting the cancellation of scheduled speeches, including that of Muslim student Asana Tabassum.

Similarly, at Emory University in Atlanta, tensions flared as protesting students refused to disperse, resulting in the arrest of 28 individuals.

The widespread protests underscore the deep-seated anguish and solidarity among US students with Palestinians, reflecting a growing sentiment against the Israeli occupation and advocating for peace and justice in the region.