An encampment supporting Gaza solidarity was set up at Fordham University in New York City following similar raids at other universities. At Columbia University and the City University of New York (CUNY), anti-Israel protesters seized control of buildings and faced police raids. At Fordham University, protesters gathered outside and chanted in support of the encampment established inside the university. The protests included linking arms and chanting slogans. Similar encampments have been set up at various colleges and universities nationwide, with demands including divesting from Israeli companies and ending academic ties with Israel. The protests stem from the conflict between Israel and Hamas, with Hamas previously launching a deadly attack on Israel. In response, Israel launched a self-defense operation in Gaza.
