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Two arrested after pro-Palestinian protest at Biden family’s Dublin visit
Former US President Joe Biden and his family visited Trinity College Dublin on Tuesday for a ceremony honouring his son, Hunter. At least two people were arrested after pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside, and objects were reportedly thrown as the family left.
Hunter Biden received the College Historical Society’s Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution for Public Discourse. Gardaí and public order vans were at the scene; Biden and his family also met Taoiseach Micheál Martin, who said they reflected on Biden’s Irish roots. Previous medal recipients include former Irish president Michael D Higgins, Bob Geldof and Patti Smith.
In short
- Hunter Biden received a Trinity College Dublin medal.
- At least two protesters were arrested.
- Objects were reportedly thrown as the family left.
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Originally published by BBC World as “Arrests made after visit from former US President Biden”.