Overview

• Despite Columbia University's attempts to cancel the event, a pro-Palestinian student group at Columbia's School of Social Work held a discussion justifying the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.
• An Israeli student confronted the group during the event, criticizing them for dehumanizing language and for characterizing the attacks as anything other than terrorism.
• The university administration had previously denied permission for the event, citing that the students had not followed the required approval processes.
• Columbia University confirmed that the event took place without permission and is currently under review for potential disciplinary action.
• Jewish students at the university have expressed concerns for their safety following the event, with some opting to take classes remotely.