Arrests made at Virginia Tech protest over Israel-Gaza war

Arrests were underway early Monday at a pro-Palestinian protest at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, the school said. The events at Virginia Tech reflected those taking place around the country in recent days as campus officials have faced off with pro-Palestinian protesters calling for an end to Israel’s war in Gaza. Among other causes, students have demonstrated in support of Palestinian rights and have demanded their schools disclose or cease investment in companies doing business with Israel. The arrests in Blacksburg …