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Princeton University Student Group Launches Hunger Strike For Palestine

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A student group at Princeton University in New Jersey has reportedly initiated a hunger strike in support of their cause. The group, known as Princeton Israeli Apartheid Divest, made a public statement on Instagram declaring their commitment to abstain from all food and drink (except water) until their demands are met.

The exact number of students participating in the hunger strike is currently unknown. The group's primary objective is to urge Princeton University to divest from Israel, citing reasons related to the ongoing conflict in Palestine.

Group demands amnesty for recent sit-in participants and a meeting with university leadership.
Hunger strike by Princeton Israeli Apartheid Divest group for divestment from Israel.
Exact number of participating students unknown.

Among their demands is the request for complete amnesty from any criminal or disciplinary charges for those involved in a recent peaceful sit-in. Additionally, the group is seeking a meeting with the university's leadership to discuss their concerns and push for action.

The hunger strike serves as a bold and attention-grabbing tactic to draw awareness to the group's mission and put pressure on the university to address their grievances. It remains to be seen how Princeton University will respond to the demands of the student group and whether a resolution can be reached through dialogue and negotiation.

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