US police raid Columbia University campus to break up pro-Palestinian protest

US police in riot gear have raided Columbia University in New York and arrested pro- Palestinian protesters occupying one of its buildings.He also claimed the demonstration had been infiltrated by"professional outside agitators".

"After the university learned overnight that Hamilton Hall had been occupied, vandalised and blockaded, we were left with no choice. Members of the New York Police Department escort protesters from Columbia University after entering the campus, 30-4-24. Image: Associated Press / Alamy Students watch through their building door at Columbia University as members of the NYPD stand outside, 30-4-24. Image Sipa USA / Alamy

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