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On May 29, Iran's Supreme Leader Endorses Antisemitic Protests on U.S. College Campuses

May 30, 2024, 12:36 AM

On May 29, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, publicly endorsed the antisemitic protests occurring across U.S. college campuses. Khamenei expressed solidarity and support for the students involved in these protests, which have been described as pro-Palestine and anti-Israel. This endorsement has sparked significant backlash, with many criticizing the alignment with a regime known for its history of terrorism and human rights abuses. The support from Khamenei has led to strong reactions from various commentators, including Students for Justice in Palestine, who argue that siding with such a figure places the protesters on the wrong side of history. Khamenei's regime is notorious for holding 52 American hostages for 444 days.