Joe Biden Attacked in Dublin
Former US President Joe Biden was attacked and pelted with objects during a surprise visit to Trinity College in Dublin on November 10, 2026, nos.nl reported.
The 83-year-old former president and his wife, Jill Biden, traveled to Ireland to watch their son, Hunter Biden, receive a gold medal from the student debate society The Hist, according to nos.nl. The award recognized Hunter for his exceptional contribution to public debate.
Protests Over Gaza Policy
While the ceremony took place inside, a growing pro-Palestinian crowd gathered outside to protest the former administration’s stance on the Middle East conflict, nos.nl reported. Demonstrators chanted slogans such as “Genocide Joe” and accused the family of having blood on their hands.
During the event, Hunter Biden took the stage and criticized Israeli bombardments in Gaza, labeling them mass murder. “I think it is completely and utterly wrong what is happening in Gaza and there is no excuse for it,” Hunter said during his address, as reported by Nieuwsblad.
Arrests and Security Response
As the Biden family departed the building, protesters rushed forward and hurled items at them, including cartons of milk, nos.nl reported. Security officers shielded the former president with umbrellas and hurried him into a waiting vehicle.
Irish and British media outlets confirmed that police officers deployed pepperspray and arrested at least two individuals during the clashes outside the campus, according to Nieuwsblad and headliner.nl.
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Why Joe Biden visited Dublin and what Hunter Biden said
Why was Joe Biden visiting Dublin?
The former president traveled to Ireland for an unannounced visit to Trinity College to attend a ceremony where his son Hunter received a gold medal from the student debate society The Hist, nos.nl reported.
What did Hunter Biden say during the event?
Hunter Biden called Israeli bombardments in Gaza “mass murder” and stated there was no excuse for the ongoing situation, while also defending his father’s previous presidential decisions, according to Nieuwsblad.
Were there any arrests made during the protest?
Police arrested at least two people outside Trinity College after demonstrators threw objects, including cartons of milk, at the Biden family, with officers deploying pepperspray, nos.nl reported.
When is Joe Biden releasing his memoir?
His upcoming book, Promise Me, America, is scheduled for publication on November 17, 2026, nos.nl reported.
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