Protesters Confront Former US President Joe Biden in Dublin
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Former U.S. President Joe Biden was confronted by anti-Israel protesters in Dublin, Ireland, during a surprise visit to Trinity College. As Biden was leaving an event, demonstrators shouted slogans and one threw an object that was blocked by an umbrella. Two individuals were arrested by Irish authorities following the incident, which occurred while Biden was accompanied by his wife, Jill Biden.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Former U.S. President Joe Biden faced anti-Israel protesters in Dublin, Ireland.
- Demonstrators shouted slogans and threw an object at Biden as he left Trinity College.
- An umbrella reportedly blocked the object thrown at the former president.
- Two individuals were arrested by Irish authorities following the protest.
- Biden was visiting Ireland with his wife, former First Lady Jill Biden.
Former U.S. President Joe Biden encountered anti-Israel protesters during a visit to Dublin, Ireland. As he was leaving an event at Trinity College, demonstrators shouted protests at him, and one individual threw an unidentified object in his direction. The object was reportedly blocked by an umbrella. Police intervened, and two people were arrested in connection with the incident.
Biden, 83, was visiting Ireland with his wife, former First Lady Jill Biden. Their surprise visit to the university was not publicly announced beforehand. According to the British newspaper The Independent, their son Hunter Biden received an award during the event for his significant contributions to public discourse.
Outside the venue, a group of anti-Israel activists gathered, waiting for the former president's departure. Upon Biden's exit, one protester threw an object, which was intercepted by an umbrella. Videos circulating on social media show police detaining protesters, with chants of "Blood, blood, blood on your hands!" heard in the background.
Security personnel escorted Biden to his vehicle, and his motorcade quickly departed. Clashes between protesters and police continued even after Biden left, with demonstrators shouting "Shame on you!" at the officers. Irish authorities confirmed the arrest of two individuals suspected of involvement.
