Protest erupts at LSU over visit by 'Israeli' soldier
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- Dozens of students protested a talk by a visiting 'Israeli' soldier at LSU’s Student Union.
- Police escorted protesters out after they attempted to reenter the building multiple times.
A visit by an 'Israeli' soldier to Louisiana State University sparked a heated protest Wednesday night, as members of the Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) clashed with campus police and supporters of Students Supporting 'Israel' (SSI).
Around 40 protesters entered the Student Union chanting “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,” before being escorted out for disturbing the peace, according to university police. Demonstrators continued to protest outside, circling the building and attempting to reenter as officers blocked the entrances.
The event was part of SSI’s “Triggered: Combat on College” tour, which features 'Israeli' reservists speaking about their military service. SSI said the event aimed to foster understanding about 'Israel’s' security.
Campus police later escorted the soldier from the venue after the talk concluded.
