Global Support for Palestine Intensifies Amid Academic and Athletic Boycotts Against Israel
**University of Granada Ends Cooperation with Israel**
Spain's University of Granada has officially announced the termination of its cooperation with Israeli institutions, particularly in academic and technical fields. The university emphasized its commitment to peace and human rights in its statement, declaring the suspension of all collaborative activities with Israeli universities and institutes. This includes academic exchanges, research initiatives, and technical and administrative operations involving Israeli counterparts.
**Asian Football Confederation Backs Palestine's Boycott Proposal**
In a significant development, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has expressed its support for Palestine's proposal to internationally boycott Israel. This decision follows reports from UAE's Al-Khalic and Saudi Arabia's Al-Sharq al-Awsat newspapers. The AFC's support is expected to bolster the global movement calling for increased sanctions and boycotts against Israel.
**University Strikes and Global Marches in Solidarity with Palestine**
Over the past 24 hours, support for Palestine has surged globally. Notably, a large-scale strike was organized at ten universities in California, where 48,000 employees, including those from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, decided to go on strike. This action aims to defend the right to protest in support of Palestine and Gaza. A vote to finalize the strike decision at the University of California is scheduled for next Monday.
Simultaneously, thousands of people have taken to the streets in various cities worldwide, including London, Munich, Düsseldorf, Berlin, Dublin, Washington, Paris, Vienna, and multiple Italian cities. These demonstrators are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and condemning Israeli actions.
**International Friends of Palestine Summit in Tehran**
An international summit titled "Legal Dimensions of the Crimes of the Zionist Genocide Regime and Friends of Palestine" is currently underway in Tehran. The summit, which began on Saturday and will conclude on Monday, features international participants discussing the legal implications of Israeli actions and strategies to support Palestinian rights.
**Slovenia's Support for Palestine**
Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob has announced that Slovenia will recognize the State of Palestine next month. Golob criticized the divergent attitudes within Europe, suggesting that these differences hinder peace efforts.
**Detentions at University of Pennsylvania**
In the United States, police detained 19 Palestinian supporters at a demonstration at the University of Pennsylvania. This incident underscores the heightened tensions and the active engagement of pro-Palestinian activists on college campuses across the country.
**Global Reactions and Calls for Ceasefire**
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has issued a stark warning regarding Israel's large-scale attack on Rafah in the Gaza Strip, stating that such actions will not end well. This statement reflects the growing international concern over the escalating violence and the urgent need for a ceasefire.
The collective actions and statements from various global actors highlight a significant shift in international sentiment, with increasing support for Palestinian rights and growing calls for accountability and justice in the conflict with Israel.
