Protests Disrupt Study Hours at Columbia University Library Amid Finals Week

Over 100 masked protesters advocating against Israel staged a takeover of Butler Library at Columbia University in New York City. This incident occurred just as students were gearing up for final exams, resulting in an unexpected interruption to their study routines.

Students unassociated with the protests reported being halted in their studies and forced to evacuate the library. The demonstrators were rallying in support of Mahmoud Khalil, who is accused of orchestrating pro-Palestinian protests at the university. Other students also received support during this chaotic scene.

Flyers displayed throughout the library indicated that the protesters had rebranded Butler Library as the