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University of Washington Fires Middle East Center Director Amid Controversy

The University of Washington has dismissed Arya Vani from his position as director of the Middle East Center following his criticism of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and his condemnation of Zionism. This decision has sparked widespread debate regarding academic freedom.

French Researchers Warn of Trump's Threats to Scientific Research

On Thursday, March 26, a group of French researchers warned about the threats to scientific research and academic freedom under former U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. They expressed concerns that these threats could spread to Europe and France.