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Friday, November 22, 2024

Gothenburg Tent Protest Faces Eviction

Published: 2024-11-21

The tent camp outside the University of Gothenburg, a protest against the war in Gaza, is set to be dismantled following a decision by the Liberal Party in Gothenburg.

The camp, established in the spring by demonstrators demanding the university sever ties with Israeli institutions, has been a focal point for activism and debate.

Despite support from hundreds of people, including university staff, the camp must be cleared by Friday morning to make way for a Liberal Party event.

Activists, who have camped for nearly 200 days, express disappointment but remain defiant, emphasizing their right to protest.

The police, who have classified the camp as a public assembly, have engaged in dialogue with the demonstrators, hoping for a peaceful resolution.

The situation highlights ongoing tensions between political parties and activists over the right to protest and the university's international collaborations.