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TEL AVIV, ISRAEL - OCTOBER 12: Workers put up pieces of a huge sign that reads, “Peace Israel” in English and in Hebrew on a building in hostage square on October 12, 2025 in Tel Aviv, Israel. This week's ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas has brought an end to the two years of war that followed the attacks of Oct. 7, 2023. A condition of the deal is the return of 48 hostages held in Gaza, 20 of whom are believed to be alive. (Photo by Alexi J. Rosenfeld/Getty Images)
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As the comedian Jerry Seinfeld received an honorary degree at Duke University’s commencement, dozens of students walked out and chanted, “Free Palestine.” Some also chanted Mr. Seinfeld’s name during the walkout.
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