Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and lead negotiator for the Columbia University Apartheid Divest initiative, was detained by ICE amid accusations by Donald Trump. Colleagues describe him as a dedicated organizer and compassionate leader, essential to Palestinian solidarity movements. Born in Syria and fleeing to Lebanon due to civil conflict, Khalil's journey reflects his dual status as a refugee. He worked with Syrian refugees, promoting education and justice, while studying computer science. His commitment to activism and community resilience has won him acclaim from peers.
Khalil is not some faceless protester, he is one of the kindest and bravest people I've ever met, a fellow organizer, Maryam Alwan, said.
He often referred to himself as a double refugee as a Palestinian in Syria and a Syrian refugee in Lebanon, she wrote in a heartfelt tribute.
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