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UCLA Student's Hunger Strike Sparks Nationwide Protests for Justice

5/20/2025

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Maya Abdullah, a UCLA student, was hospitalized following a nine-day hunger strike against the university's connections to Israel during the Gaza blockade. Her brave act ignited fervent campus protests, with students rallying for divestment and Palestinian rights. This powerful movement is resonating across other universities, amplifying calls for justice and change.

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Story summary

Maya Abdullah, a UCLA student, was hospitalized following a nine-day hunger strike against the university's connections to Israel during the Gaza blockade. Her brave act ignited fervent campus protests, with students rallying for divestment and Palestinian rights. This powerful movement is resonating across other universities, amplifying calls for justice and change.