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June 13, 2025
News
War

Trump to Hold Meeting on Israel-Iran Crisis in Situation Room.

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❓What Happened: Israel launched significant military strikes on Iran, targeting nuclear sites and key officials.

👥 Who’s Involved: President Donald J. Trump, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Iranian leadership.

📍 Where & When: Strikes occurred Thursday evening in Iran; Trump responded Friday morning from the White House.

💬 Key Quote: “We gave them a chance and they didn’t take it… They got hit about as hard as you’re going to get hit. And there’s more to come. A lot more,” said President Trump.

⚠️ Impact: High-ranking Iranian officials and nuclear scientists killed; Iran refuses further nuclear peace talks and blames the U.S. for Israel’s actions.

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President Donald J. Trump responded Friday morning to Israel’s military strikes on Iran, calling the operation a success and warning of potential further action. Speaking to the media, Trump stated, “We gave them a chance and they didn’t take it. They got hit hard, very hard… And there’s more to come. A lot more.” He is expected to convene a meeting of the National Security Council in the White House Situation Room at around 11 AM to discuss the situation.

The strikes, which occurred Thursday evening, targeted Iran’s Natanz nuclear site and reportedly killed several high-ranking Iranian officials, including military commanders Mohammad Bagheri, Hossein Salami, Gholamali Rashid, and Amir Ali Hajizadeh. Two prominent Iranian nuclear scientists, Fereydoun Abbasi and Mohammad Mehdi Tehranji, are also believed to have been killed.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio, serving as Trump’s point man on the conflict, clarified that the strikes were “unilateral” actions by Israel and that the U.S. was not directly involved. Rubio emphasized, “Our top priority is protecting American forces in the region,” while warning Iran against targeting U.S. personnel.

Iranian state media condemned the strikes, accusing the United States of coordinating with Israel. “The Zionist regime’s aggressive actions against Iran cannot have been carried out without the coordination and authorization of the United States,” stated Iran’s Foreign Ministry.

Trump, who monitored the strikes overnight from the White House, told Fox News he had prior knowledge of Israel’s plans but chose not to intervene. He reiterated his stance that “Iran cannot have a nuclear bomb” and expressed hope for renewed negotiations, despite Iran’s announcement that it would not participate in future peace talks.

The president’s social media posts reflected a mix of warnings and calls for diplomacy. “Iran must make a deal, before there is nothing left… JUST DO IT, BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE,” he wrote. Trump also blamed Iranian hardliners for failed negotiations, stating, “Certain Iranian hardliners… didn’t know what was about to happen. They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse!”

Special envoy Steve Witkoff is scheduled to attend peace talks in Oman on Sunday, though Iran’s refusal to engage casts doubt on potential progress.

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June 13, 2025
Wake Up Right
War

Israel Strikes Iran.

Israel carried out a coordinated preemptive strike on Iran Thursday night, targeting key nuclear targets as it attempts to prevent the Islamic nation from acquiring a nuclear bomb.

The details: Dubbed “Operation Rising Lion,” the strikes targeted Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, military leadership, nuclear scientists, and weapons facilities.

  • 200 Israeli jets struck over 100 targets in five waves, including Iran’s Natanz and Parchin nuclear facilities.
  • Iranian Generals Hossein Salami and Mohammad Bagheri were killed in an underground bunker.
  • Top nuclear scientists working on bomb components were also reportedly killed.

Covert ops: WSJ reports that Israel’s Mossad spy agency smuggled explosive drones and other weapons into Iran, which they used to take out air defense systems, helping clear a path for Israel’s war planes.

Iran responded by firing over 100 retaliatory drones, but most were intercepted. The regime vowed revenge, posting on X: “Blood for blood.”

What is Netanyahu saying? The Israeli Prime Minister released a video which said:

  • “This operation will continue for as many days as it takes to remove this threat… In recent years, Iran has produced enough highly enriched uranium to produce nine atom bombs.”

Was the U.S. involved? Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement:

  • “Tonight, Israel took unilateral action against Iran. We are not involved in strikes against Iran and our top priority is protecting American forces in the region. Israel advised us that they believe this action was necessary for its self-defense.”

What is Trump saying? This morning, the President wrote on Truth Social:

  • “I gave Iran chance after chance to make a deal… Certain Iranian hardliners spoke bravely, but they didn’t know what was about to happen. They are all DEAD now, and it will only get worse! … Iran must make a deal, before there is nothing left, and save what was once known as the Iranian Empire. No more death, no more destruction.”

Back up: For weeks, there have been reports that the Trump administration had told Israel not to attack Iran while there was a possibility of a negotiated peace deal. However, according to Trump: “I gave Iran a 60 day ultimatum to ‘make a deal.’ They should have done it! Today is day 61.”

Zoom out: This is not the first highly coordinated attack Israel has carried out recently. In September, they covertly sold explosive-laden pagers and walkie‑talkies to Hezbollah and detonated them remotely, killing ~42 militants and injuring thousands.

Real talk from G: There are voices on the right, like Tucker Carlson, who oppose U.S. military action in Iran. I also oppose this. But I have no problem with Israel doing what they believe is in their best interest as long as it is not undermining the Trump administration’s attempts to negotiate peace. And according to reports, they had “a clear U.S. green light.”

The last word goes to Human Events Senior Editor Jack Posobiec, who wrote on X: “Never seen a military operation like this. If reports are accurate, a complete decapitation strike. Targeted assassinations of the entire General Staff”

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June 11, 2025
William Upton
Breaking

BREAKING: U.S. Evacuating Non-Essential Personnel Across Middle East — Reports.

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❓What Happened: Multiple voluntary evacuation authorizations have been approved for U.S. diplomatic and military facilities throughout the Middle East. The notices come amid increasing speculation that Israel may be poised to launch a military strike against Iran’s nuclear facilities.

👥 Who’s Involved: The United States, Israel, Iran, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Kingdom.

📍 Where & When: The voluntary evacuation advisories were issued on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.

⚠️ Impact: While the move could be simply precautionary, tension in the region has increased in recent weeks, with mounting expectations that Israel will soon move to destroy alleged Iranian nuclear weapons sites.

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The United States government is authorizing the evacuation of all non-essential embassy personnel and dependents of U.S. military service members across the Middle East, amid heightened tensions with the Islamic Republic of Iran. While the exact reason for the evacuations is currently unclear, the Iranian government has stated it will strike U.S. and allied military assets across the region if they are attacked. This has led to rampant speculation that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may be on the precipice of approving a military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. 

Rumors of potential military action were sparked early Wednesday by an advisory from the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operation (UKMTO) office. The advisory stated that vessels were to use caution when transiting the Straits of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, and Arabian Gulf. The UKMTO office warned that increasing military tensions in the region justified the advisory.

This announcement was followed by a notice preparing for the evacuation of non-essential U.S. embassy personnel in Baghdad, Iraq, early Wednesday afternoon. Several hours later, advisories authorizing the evacuation of non-essential embassy personnel in Kuwait and Bahrain were also issued. Additionally, the U.S. naval base in Bahrain announced that dependents of U.S. military service members could evacuate the region as well.

Subsequently, the Associated Press (AP) reported that the voluntary evacuation authorization has been extended to dependents of U.S. military service members across the entire Middle East.

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June 10, 2025
News
War

UK Imposes Sanctions on Israeli Govt Members, Trump Admin Responds.

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❓What Happened: The British government imposed sanctions on two Israeli government ministers, citing their comments on Gaza.

👥 Who’s Involved: Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich; British Foreign Secretary David Lammy.

📍 Where & When: Sanctions announced in the United Kingdom amidst the ongoing Gaza conflict.

💬 Key Quote: Foreign Secretary Lammy stated, “These actions are not acceptable. This is why we have taken action now—to hold those responsible to account.”

⚠️ Impact: Travel bans and asset freezes for the ministers; Israel criticized the British decision as “outrageous,” and the Trump administration in the U.S. was also critical.

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Britain’s far-left government has announced sanctions against two Israeli government ministers, citing their remarks related to the Gaza conflict. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir will face travel restrictions barring entry into the United Kingdom, alongside asset freezes.

The measures, revealed by British Foreign Secretary David Lammy, of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s Labour Party, were justified on the grounds that the two officials had allegedly “incited extremist violence and serious abuses of Palestinian human rights.”

“These actions are not acceptable. This is why we have taken action now—to hold those responsible to account,” Lammy said.

The two ministers each lead right-wing parties vital for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to remain in power. They have called for Palestinians to be resettled outside of Gaza, and are accused of “inciting” violence in the West Bank.

In response, Israeli officials condemned the sanctions. A statement from Israel described the move as “outrageous,” arguing that elected representatives and government members should not be subjected to such measures.

In the U.S., Secretary of State Marco Rubio was also critical, saying, “These sanctions do not advance U.S.-led efforts to achieve a ceasefire, bring all hostages home, and end the war.”

The sanctions come as the United Kingdom and other Western nations increase pressure on Israel amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Lammy reiterated the British government’s broader goals, including achieving a ceasefire, securing the release of hostages held by Hamas, and advancing humanitarian aid. He also reaffirmed the British government’s commitment to pursuing a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The move comes after Labour Party Members of Parliament (MPs) were kicked out of Israel in April. Two politicians, known for their anti-Israel views, were denied entry into the Jewish state, leading to a condemnation of Israel’s actions by Foreign Secretary Lammy.

Image by Simon Dawson / No 10 Downing Street.

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June 6, 2025
Crime
News

Murder Charges Filed in Shooting of Israeli Embassy Staff at D.C. Jewish Museum.

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❓What Happened: A man opened fire outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., killing two Israeli Embassy staff members. The suspect has now been charged with murder.

👥 Who’s Involved: The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, 30, from Chicago, and the victims, Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, both Israeli Embassy employees.

📍 Where & When: The shooting occurred near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night.

💬 Key Quote: “This is a horrific crime, and these crimes are not going to be tolerated by me and my office.” — U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro.

⚠️ Impact: The attack is being investigated as a hate crime and an act of terrorism, with heightened security measures now in place around the area.

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A Chicago man has been charged with two counts of first-degree murder and other crimes following the fatal shooting of two Israeli Embassy staff members outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Elias Rodriguez, 30, is accused of targeting Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, a young couple employed by the Israeli Embassy, as they left an event.

Authorities say Rodriguez approached a group of four people outside the museum before opening fire with a 9mm handgun, striking Lischinsky and Milgrim multiple times. According to charging documents, Rodriguez allegedly fired additional rounds at Milgrim after she attempted to sit up. Lischinsky was pronounced dead at the scene, while Milgrim succumbed to her injuries shortly after being transported by emergency services.

The shooting is being investigated as a hate crime and an act of terrorism. U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro stated during a press briefing, “This is a horrific crime, and these crimes are not going to be tolerated by me and my office.”

Rodriguez, who allegedly declared his actions were “for Palestine” and “for Gaza,” was apprehended at the scene after surrendering to law enforcement. He reportedly purchased a ticket to the museum event hours before the attack and had flown to Washington, D.C., from Chicago on May 20 with the firearm in checked luggage.

Court documents indicate Rodriguez legally purchased the handgun in Illinois in March 2020. Investigators recovered 21 spent shell casings, a firearm magazine, and the gun used in the attack.

Rodriguez appeared in court on Thursday, where he was informed of the potential penalties if convicted, including life imprisonment or the death penalty. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for June 18, and Rodriguez remains in custody.

Last month, it was revealed that Rodriquez’s father was invited by Congressman Jesús ‘Chuy’ García (D-IL) to attend President Donald J. Trump‘s Congressional address on March 4. Eric Rodriguez was hailed as an “outspoken advocate against attacks on veterans’ services and the rights of unionized federal employees.”

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June 4, 2025
Education
News
War

Trump Admin Threatens Columbia University’s Accreditation Over Civil Rights Violations.

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❓What Happened: The Trump administration has notified Columbia University’s accreditor of violations of Title IV, threatening its accreditation status.

👥 Who’s Involved: The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (HHS OCR), and Columbia University.

📍 Where & When: Columbia University, violations cited since October 7, 2023; announcement made June 4, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “Columbia University acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students, thereby violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,” according to the Education Department.

⚠️ Impact: Columbia University’s accreditation is under threat, and the school faces scrutiny for its handling of alleged anti-Semitic harassment.

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The Trump administration announced on June 4 that Columbia University’s accreditation status is under review following alleged violations of federal civil rights laws. According to the U.S. Department of Education, the university may no longer meet standards set by its accrediting body due to its handling of harassment claims.

In a press release, the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (HHS OCR) stated that Columbia University “acted with deliberate indifference towards the harassment of Jewish students, thereby violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.”

The agencies determined these actions violated Title VI, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs receiving federal funding.

The violations reportedly date back to October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a terrorist attack on Israel, killing over a thousand and escalating tensions in the Middle East. The Education Department claims that since then, Columbia University has failed to address incidents of anti-Semitic harassment on its campus adequately.

The department further informed the university’s accreditor that Columbia “no longer appears to meet the Commission’s accreditation standards,” raising concerns about the institution’s compliance with Title IV, which governs federal student aid programs.

This development could have serious implications for Columbia University, including its ability to maintain accreditation and access federal funding. The case highlights growing attention on how universities handle issues of discrimination and harassment, particularly in the context of rising anti-Semitism.

Columbia has become infamous for allowing anti-Semitic protests on campus in the wake of Hamas’s terror attack on October 7 and the subsequent Israeli siege of Gaza that followed. In April of last year, an anti-Israel mob barricaded the university’s Dean’s office in support of the Palestinians. In March of the year, the administration of President Donald J. Trump moved to revoke the visas of two Columbia University attending Hamas supporters, including one found advocating for violence and terrorism.

The new move against Columbia mirrors similar actions the Trump White House has taken against Harvard University, which are now being litigated in federal court.

Image via Wikimedia Commons.

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May 22, 2025
News
TECH

REPORT: Microsoft Blocks ‘Palestine’ in Internal Emails.

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❓What Happened: Microsoft temporarily blocked emails containing terms like “Palestine,” “Gaza,” and “Genocide” from being sent by employees.

👥 Who’s Involved: Microsoft employees, the No Azure for Apartheid (NOAA) protest group, and Microsoft leadership.

📍 Where & When: Inside Microsoft’s email systems; protests occurred during the Microsoft Build developer conference this week.

💬 Key Quote: “NOAA believes this is an attempt by Microsoft to silence worker free speech and is a censorship enacted by Microsoft leadership to discriminate against Palestinian workers and their allies,” said NOAA organizer Hossam Nasr.

⚠️ Impact: Employee protests disrupted major company events, and Microsoft confirmed email restrictions to reduce politically charged internal messages.

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Microsoft employees have reported that internal emails containing terms such as “Palestine,” “Gaza,” and “Genocide” are being temporarily blocked from delivery, both internally and externally. The No Azure for Apartheid (NOAA) protest group claims that “dozens” of workers have experienced these restrictions, alleging that the company is targeting language critical of Israel.

Hossam Nasr, a NOAA organizer, accused Microsoft of attempting to stifle free speech and discriminating against Palestinian employees and their allies. “NOAA believes this is an attempt by Microsoft to silence worker free speech and is a censorship enacted by Microsoft leadership,” Nasr said.

Microsoft has confirmed that changes have been made to its email system to limit politically oriented communications. “Emailing large numbers of employees about any topic not related to work is not appropriate,” said spokesman Frank Shaw. “Over the past couple of days, a number of politically focused emails have been sent to tens of thousands of employees across the company, and we have taken measures to try and reduce those emails to those that have not opted in.”

The restrictions coincided with protests during Microsoft’s Build developer conference, where employees and former workers voiced opposition to the company’s contracts with the Israeli government. On Monday, an employee named Joe Lopez interrupted CEO Satya Nadella’s keynote, accusing Microsoft of enabling “Israeli war crimes” through its Azure cloud services. Lopez was later terminated after sending an email to thousands of employees.

Further disruptions occurred on subsequent days, including a protest by a Palestinian tech worker and an incident where two former employees interrupted a session.

Microsoft recently defended its contracts with Israel, stating that internal and external reviews found no evidence of its tools being used to harm civilians in Gaza.

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May 19, 2025
News
UK

Top Paid BBC Star Quits Over Anti-Semitic Meme.

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❓What Happened: Gary Lineker is leaving the BBC after criticism for sharing an anti-Semitic Instagram post.

👥 Who’s Involved: Gary Lineker, BBC Director-General Tim Davie, Campaign Against Antisemitism, and the Palestine Lobby group.

📍Where & When: Announcement made Monday; Lineker steps down from the Match of the Day soccer show after this season.

💬 Key Quote: “I would never consciously repost anything antisemitic—it goes against everything I stand for,” claimed Lineker.

⚠️ Impact: Lineker’s departure ends his 24-year tenure with the BBC and raises questions about impartiality and social media use by public figures.

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Gary Lineker, a former England soccer star and top-paid BBC presenter, will step down from his role at the de facto state broadcaster following backlash over his social media activity. The controversy arose after Lineker reposted an Instagram story from the group Palestine Lobby, which featured a rat and was titled “Zionism explained in two minutes.” The image drew criticism due to its historical association with anti-Semitic propaganda.

In a statement Monday, the BBC confirmed Lineker would leave the corporation entirely after the final episode of the Match of the Day show this season. Lineker, 64, had initially planned to step back from hosting the iconic soccer program but remain involved in other BBC coverage. Instead, he will now depart fully.

BBC Director-General Tim Davie said, “Gary has acknowledged the mistake he made. Accordingly, we have agreed he will step back from further presenting after this season.”

Lineker apologized last week, claiming he had shared the post without realizing its offensive nature. “I would never knowingly share anything antisemitic,” he said, adding that the post was deleted once he became aware of the issue. “Stepping back now feels like the responsible course of action,” he added.

Lineker’s social media activity has previously caused friction with the BBC. In March 2023, he was temporarily suspended for criticizing the British government’s asylum policy, leading the BBC to update its social media guidelines for prominent presenters. The broadcaster and its employees are supposed to be impartial, as the public funds it through a compulsory license fee.

The Campaign Against Antisemitism welcomed Lineker’s departure, accusing him of promoting “dehumanizing and extreme messages” and flouting the BBC’s impartiality rules.

The BBC itself has been accused of bias against Israel in its conflict with Hamas, breaching its own editorial guidelines over 1,500 times. Another BBC star was even linked to funding the terrorist group Hezbollah earlier this month.

Image by Lauren Hurley / No 10 Downing Street.

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May 13, 2025
Christopher Tomlinson
World

Muslim Prosecutor Faces Repeat Sexual Assault Allegations, Used Palestine to Silence Victim.

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❓What Happened: The chief prosecutor in the International Criminal Court (ICC) war crimes case against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu allegedly used the situation in Gaza to try to silence a woman accusing him of sexual assault.

👥 Who’s Involved: British-Pakistani Karim Khan KC, an unnamed Malaysian woman, the ICC, the United Nations (UN).

📍 Where & When: The accusations date back to 2023, but recordings of Khan were released on May 11.

💬 Key Quote: “It’s the feeling of being trapped.” — Unnamed Malaysian victim.

⚠️ Impact: The accusations call Khan’s credibility into question, with some claiming he launched the prosecution of Netanyahu after learning of the accusations against him.

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A British-Pakistani prosecutor at the International Criminal Court (ICC) has been accused of using Gaza to silence a woman who accused him of sexually assaulting her. Karim Khan KC heads the war crimes case against Israel at the ICC in the Hague and is alleged to have told the woman accusing him that her accusations could harm the Palestinian cause.

Khan’s statements were allegedly recorded during a phone conversation. He stated, “The casualties [of the victim’s allegations] will unfortunately be three: You and your family, me and my family, and the justice of [Israel’s] victims.” Khan is currently under investigation by the United Nations, which heard the recording as testimony.

Khan launched the arrest warrant for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu last Tuesday, two weeks after he had learned of the sex allegations.

According to reports, the alleged victim is a Malaysian woman in her thirties, said to have been pressured into non-consensual sexual intercourse several times by Khan. “He always holds on to me and leads me to the bed,” the alleged victim said in her testimony, adding, “It’s the feeling of being trapped.” The various assaults allegedly took place in the Hague as well as on trips to Paris and countries in Africa.

Khan rejects the allegations and claims that not only are they not true, but he had informed the United States he would be seeking to arrest Netanyahu before learning about the allegations against him.

Image by the UN International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia.

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May 6, 2025
William Upton
Crime
Politics

WATCH: Pro-Hamas Antifa Demonstrators Build Barricades, Set Fire to University Campus.

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❓What Happened: Pro-Hamas student protestors, along with Antifa, occupied a campus building at the University of Washington, setting fire to barricades and attacking police with projectiles. The demonstrators demanded that the university divest itself from Boeing over the company’s relationship with Israel.

👥 Who’s Involved: Students United for Palestinian Equality and Return UW (SUPER UW), Antifa, the University of Washington, Boeing, police.

📍 Where & When: Monday, May 5, 2025.

💬 Key Quote: “We’re hoping to remove the influence of Boeing and other manufacturing companies from our educational space, period, and we’re hoping to expose the repressive tactics of the university,” Super UW spokesman Eric Horford said.

⚠️ Impact: Police reports indicate upwards of 32 individuals were arrested and face criminal trespass in the first degree—a gross misdemeanor. None of those arrested have been charged with a felony.

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Pro-Hamas demonstrators, believed to be affiliated with Antifa, took over and occupied a brand new engineering building on the University of Washington campus, building barricades, setting fires, and throwing projectiles at police. The violent display came as far-left groups gathered to protest against Boeing‘s funding of the university and its business arrangements with Israel.

Over two dozen pro-Hamas and Antifa demonstrators were ultimately arrested, with some reports putting the number of arrests as high as 32. The violent campus action was organized by Students United for Palestinian Equality and Return UW (SUPER UW).

“We’re hoping to remove the influence of Boeing and other manufacturing companies from our educational space, period, and we’re hoping to expose the repressive tactics of the university,” Super UW spokesman Eric Horford said in an interview with local media. He added: “We are here to negotiate with the university, and we are hoping they’ll hear us and speak with us.”

Notably, the faction of SUPER UW students appears to have been primarily responsible for the occupation of the engineering building. In contrast, a second faction of individuals clad in black bloc attire and alleged to be affiliated with Antifa were responsible for the fire and the construction of barricades. At one point, a fire that had been set came dangerously close to the campus building.

Following the arrests, police say the demonstrators have been charged with criminal trespass in the first degree—a gross misdemeanor. None of those arrested have been charged with a felony.

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