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Trinity College Dublin Cuts Ties with Israel, Sparks Movement

6/5/2025

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Trinity College Dublin has made a bold move by cutting all connections with Israeli universities and companies, becoming the first university in Ireland to fully divest. This landmark decision, spurred by passionate student protests and a thorough review, has been hailed as a historic victory by outgoing student union president Jenny Maguire, who encourages other institutions to follow suit.

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Trinity College Dublin has made a bold move by cutting all connections with Israeli universities and companies, becoming the first university in Ireland to fully divest. This landmark decision, spurred by passionate student protests and a thorough review, has been hailed as a historic victory by outgoing student union president Jenny Maguire, who encourages other institutions to follow suit.