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Palestinian Activist and Former Columbia Student Leader Detained in Sudden ICE Raid Amid Ongoing Campus Protests

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New York City, NY — Mahmoud Khalil, a notable Palestinian activist recognized for his leadership during the 2024 Columbia University student protests, was apprehended Saturday night by federal immigration officials. The arrest occurred at his residence near Columbia’s Manhattan campus, and according to Khalil’s attorney, Amy Greer, was executed under a directive from the State Department to withdraw his green card. During the incident, agents relayed to Greer via phone that the initial intent was to revoke Khalil’s student visa but shifted upon discovering he was a permanent resident. Greer further claimed the agents also … Read more

Green Card Holder Detained by ICE at Palestinian Protest, Claims Legal Representative

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A Palestinian activist residing in the United States was taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), despite holding a green card, stated his attorney. The arrest occurred during a protest in support of Palestinian rights, placing a spotlight on the potentially precarious position of non-citizens engaging in political demonstrations in the U.S. The individual, whose identity has not been disclosed, is a lawful permanent resident commonly known as holding a green card. This status typically grants the right to live and work permanently in the United States, yet it does not entirely safeguard … Read more

Palestinian Activist and Columbia University Protest Leader Detained by ICE, Attorney Reports

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New York — A Palestinian activist, known for his involvement in leading protests at Columbia University, has been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to his lawyer. The activist, whose identity has been withheld due to privacy concerns, played a significant role in organizing campus movements advocating for Palestinian rights and critiquing Israeli policies. The lawyer stated that the arrest occurred without any prior indications or charges being disclosed to the individual beforehand, raising concerns about potential political motivations behind the action. This arrest has resonated within academic and activist communities, sparking … Read more

Imran Khan’s Lawyer Temporarily Detained Amid Confrontation at Pakistani Jail

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ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s attorney, Faisal Chaudry, was briefly detained on Friday after reportedly using derogatory language towards a jail official at Adiala Jail, where Khan has been incarcerated. According to local media reports, the confrontation occurred during a visit ostensibly for a legal procedure related to Khan’s ongoing legal battles. Chaudry, along with three other lawyers, had arrived at the prison under a court directive to facilitate the signing of a power of attorney as part of Anti-Terrorist Court proceedings. However, their attempt to meet Khan was blocked by the … Read more