TORONTO, Canada: Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters peacefully dismantled their encampment on Canada’s largest university campus ahead of a court-ordered deadline.
The Ontario judge’s injunction required their departure by 6 p.m., citing trespass despite arguments of free expression.
Mohammad Yassin, a spokesman and recent graduate, emphasized their departure as protecting the community and hailed the occupation during convocation as a victory.
The protesters sought transparency in the university’s investments, urging divestment from Israeli-associated ventures.
University President Meric Gertler welcomed the peaceful resolution, affirming ongoing rights to free speech and lawful protest within the campus community.
