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Egyptian student resumes UK university after suspension
King's College London has announced the reinstatement of Egyptian student Osama Ghanem (22 years old) after he was suspended from studies for approximately 18 months due to his participation in pro-Palestinian protests. The university had initially imposed disciplinary measures against him, including the revocation of his visa sponsorship, following protests against Israeli airstrikes in Gaza during 2024 and 2025. However, the relevant committee concluded that Ghanem had not committed any violations of the suspension conditions and decided that he may resume his studies and be allowed back onto the university campus. His visa sponsorship will also be restored. The university confirmed that the review of the suspension found him to have met the necessary conditions, noting that the actions in question related to non-academic conduct and that there are currently no grounds to continue the punishment. This development comes amidst a global debate over the suppression of free expression among students supporting Palestinians, with warnings of disproportionate targeting of Muslim and minority students due to their political stances.
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