Pro-Palestinian Protests Rock Brooklyn Museum: Scuffles, Arrests, and Artwork Damage
June 2, 2024Pro-Palestinian protests in New York City escalated on Friday.
Demonstrators took over parts of the Brooklyn Museum.
Scuffles with police resulted in arrests and charges for six individuals.
Other protesters received court orders or summonses.
The museum closed early due to the disruption and reported damage to artwork.
Protesters hung a banner advocating for divestment from Israel-related investments.
Similar demonstrations occurred at universities, including the University of Chicago.
A graduation ceremony at the University of Chicago was disrupted by a walkout.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas continues to spark global tensions and protests.
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Yahoo News • Jun 1, 2024
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