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Joe Biden targeted by Irish protesters over Gaza

Adela Suliman

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Former U.S. President Joe Biden was targeted by pro-Palestinian protesters during a visit to Trinity College Dublin, where his son Hunter was receiving an award. Three men were arrested following the incident, which involved chanting and the throwing of objects.

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The incident underscores the ongoing international tensions surrounding the conflict in Gaza and the intensity of public protests directed at political figures.

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Three men have been arrested after protesters pelted former President Joe Biden with objects outside a university in Dublin, police in Ireland said Wednesday. Videos showed protesters, some waving Palestinian flags, chanting “Blood on your hands” and scuffling with police officers outside Trinity College Dublin on Tuesday, as he attended a ceremony honoring his son Hunter Biden, alongside former first lady Jill Biden. White liquid, believed to be milk, could also be seen flying through the air toward the group. Hunter Biden was being honored by its traditional Hist debating society, which dates back to 1770. Previous recipients of the gold medal for outstanding contribution to public discourse include Irish musician Bob Geldof, South African Bishop Desmond Tutu, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange and the late Sen. Ted Kennedy. During his acceptance speech, Hunter Biden discussed his addictions, family life and being in the public eye.

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