Poland must “reconcile respect for international law with the extraordinary nature of the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz”.
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Poland’s top university offers scholarships to Palestinians affected by war
The move is “an expression of our solidarity and our contribution to building a better future”, says the University of Warsaw.
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Rector calls in police to remove pro-Palestine protesters at University of Warsaw
“Everyone has the right to protest but you cannot protest in a way that violates other people’s rights,” says the university.
Jewish festival concert cancelled in Kraków over security fears linked to Middle East situation
The decision was made after consultation with the police.
Thousands sign letters calling for Polish universities to boycott Israel
In response, hundreds of other students, academics and Jewish leaders have signed a counter-letter opposing such a boycott.
Poland donates $2 million to UN agencies for humanitarian aid in Gaza
Half will go the World Food Programme and the other half to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency.
Warsaw demands explanation from Israel for strike that killed Polish aid worker and others in Gaza
Israel has expressed “sincere sorrow” over the deaths and pledged to carry out a “thorough and transparent” investigation.
Warsaw bans pro-Palestine demonstration outside Israeli embassy
The mayor cited security concerns and pointed to an antisemitic sign that appeared at a previous march in support of Palestine.
Warsaw university suspends Norwegian student over “Keep world clean” banner at Palestine march
“There is no place for any forms of hate speech or violence at the Medical University of Warsaw,” says its rector.
Demonstrations of support for Israel and Palestine take place in Warsaw
“We are here to let Israel know that it will not be alone,” said Marian Turski, a 97-year-old Auschwitz survivor.
Israeli ambassador condemns “blatant antisemitism” at pro-Palestine march in Warsaw
Participants waves banners and chanted slogans condemning Israel’s “genocide” in Gaza.
Pro-Palestine demonstration held in Poland
Participants held signs saying “End the Holocaust of Palestinians”, “Ghetto Gaza” and “Jerusalem is the eternal capital of Palestine”.
