Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil arrested in New York

Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil was arrested by U.S. immigration authorities in New York. His detention is connected to protests against Israel at Columbia University, leading to significant protests in Manhattan. President Donald Trump confirmed Khalil's arrest, stating it is the "first of many to come." This marks a shift in the U.S. government's approach to campus protests related to the Israel-Palestine conflict. The situation has raised concerns about free speech and activism on college campuses. Khalil's arrest has sparked widespread outrage and mobilized protests across New York City.