A series of anti-Israel chalk messages that expressed support for Palestine and condoned recent terrorist attacks by Hamas appeared on the campus of Stanford University late Tuesday night.
Pictures of the messages were shared on X by the Stanford Review and ranged from simple "Free Palestine" statements to accusations of genocide. The messages reportedly appeared after an on-campus vigil in support of Israel following the recent terror attacks by Hamas.
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The attacks, which began over the weekend, have claimed the lives of more than 2,200 people on both sides. Israel has responded by launching a military incursion into the Gaza Strip, which is controlled by Hamas.
The messages were located in the White Plaza, which is a location on campus that typically hosts information tables for student clubs and other organizations.
"Not another nickel, not another dime, no more money for Israel's crimes," reads one of the messages.
Another said, "Resistance to occupation is legal, collective punishment is not," apparently comparing the attacks, which have reportedly included the execution of babies, to a revolutionary revolt.
The chalk messages on the Stanford campus are part of a broader movement by U.S. college students opposing Israel and excusing the recent Hamas attacks. Students for Justice in Palestine has announced a series of "Day of Resistance" demonstrations on Thursday on the campuses of numerous colleges.
While several university presidents have condemned the attacks, a weekend statement by Stanford President Richard Saller and Provost Jenny Martinez made no mention of Hamas.
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"Many members of the campus community have been affected by the devastating events in Israel and Gaza, especially those who have family and friends in the region," Saller and Martinez said. "We are deeply saddened and horrified by the death and human suffering. We also know that many on campus are afraid of what the future holds for them and their communities, and are feeling extremely vulnerable."
Stanford University did not respond to a request for comment.