Sciences Po Launches Initiatives on Israel-Hamas Conflict

Sciences Po Paris has announced new educational initiatives to address tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict, following protests that led to a Jewish student being banned from a conference. Starting September, students will take a two-hour course on freedom of expression, and a series of lectures will be held to explain the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The institution has faced financial repercussions from donors due to previous controversies, but new partnerships are emerging as they work to reassure regions about their stance against racism and anti-Semitism. Meanwhile, global advocacy for peace and justice in Palestine is increasing, with organizations like the ELCA donating significant funds to support affected communities. In the U.S., calls for action have intensified amidst rising settler violence against Palestinians. Additionally, there are critiques of student activism at universities, with accusations of radicalism and calls for a reevaluation of the impact of such movements on broader societal issues.