Former United States President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, were confronted by anti-Israel protesters during a visit to Ireland on Tuesday, November 10.
The demonstrators reportedly threw objects at the couple’s security detail and clashed with police outside Trinity College Dublin, where Biden’s son, Hunter Biden, was honoured for his “Outstanding Contribution to Public Discourse”.
The 83-year-old former president was being escorted to his waiting vehicle when protesters began throwing what appeared to be cartons of milk towards his security team, according to footage shared on social media.
Aides were seen using an umbrella to shield the Bidens, with at least one object landing near the couple.
At one point, police officers tackled an agitated demonstrator who appeared to be attempting to approach the motorcade.
Irish police were also seen struggling with two other protesters as milk spilled over them during the confrontation.
At least two people were arrested in connection with the incident, according to Irish broadcaster RTÉ.
Several protesters waved Palestinian flags while chanting slogans including “blood on your hands”, “Genocide Joe” and “shame on you”.
Biden, who is of Irish descent, made the trip to Ireland amid his battle with prostate cancer that has spread to his bones.
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