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Protesters arrested after former US President Biden makes surprise Dublin visit

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Former US President Joe Biden visited Trinity College in Dublin to see his son, Hunter, receive an award. The event was marked by pro-Palestinian protests, resulting in at least two arrests after objects were thrown.

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The incident highlights ongoing international scrutiny of the Biden family and the persistence of political protests during high-profile diplomatic visits.

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Image source, Press Association Image caption, During the visit of Joe Biden and his family protesters gathered outside, some were detained by gardaí

At least two arrests have been made following a surprise visit from former US President Joe Biden to Trinity College in Dublin on Tuesday.

Biden was accompanied by former first lady Jill Biden as they attended a ceremony where their son Hunter was awarded the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse.

During the trio's visit to the College Historical Society groups of pro-Palestinian protesters gathered, some of whom were detained by gardaí (Irish police).

As Biden and his family left the venue, some of the people moved forward and objects were thrown, Irish broadcaster RTÉ has reported.

Image source, PA Image caption, The former US President was in Dublin to see his son Hunter awarded the Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse

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