UCLA Protesters Cornered Outside Library: Live Updates

The tension at UCLA reached a boiling point this morning as police officers stormed the encampment set up by pro-Palestinian demonstrators on the campus. The remaining protesters were cornered outside the library, linked arm in arm, as police in riot gear faced off against them.

The scene was chaotic as officers forcefully entered the encampment, with some protesters still defiantly holding out against the police raid. Live footage from the scene showed protesters linking arms and singing, while tents were being taken down and thrown onto a growing pile of debris. Despite the police presence, some protesters were seen being led away with their hands tied.

The clash between police and protesters escalated as officers began tearing down barricades and dismantling the encampment. Loud bangs and smoke filled the air as the standoff continued. Classes at UCLA were canceled as the situation unfolded, with arrests mounting on campuses across the country.

Israeli President Isaac Herzog issued an “urgent message of support” to Jewish communities around the world, citing the “dramatic resurgence in antisemitism” and the “intimidation against Jewish students on campuses across the US.” The protests at UCLA and other campuses have sparked a debate over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with accusations of antisemitism and calls for solidarity with Palestinian rights.

The situation at UCLA remains tense as police continue to confront protesters and dismantle the encampment. The clash between law enforcement and demonstrators highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the impact it has on college campuses across the country.