Egyptian students in Türkiye support pro-Gaza protests at American universities
The Union of Egyptian Students in Türkiye issued a statement expressing strong support for recent demonstrations at American universities in solidarity with Gaza.
The statement praises the "historic role" of American students who organized protests and strikes to condemn the situation in Gaza and urge a ceasefire. It highlights the students' courage in "confronting the true face of American values" and standing against "injustice and tyranny."
The Union's message also includes several demands:
Solidarity with Detained Students: They call for the immediate release of any students or faculty arrested during the protests and hold those responsible accountable.
Global Student Movement: The Union urges students worldwide to join a broader international movement condemning actions by the israeli government in Gaza.
Boycott of Pro-Israel Companies: The statement calls on Turkish universities to review contracts with companies that support israel as part of a global boycott campaign. (ILKHA)