Who is Marie Andersen? Norwegian student goes viral after anti-semitic poster in Warsaw

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Marie Andersen, a Norwegian student in Warsaw, gained attention for displaying anti-Semitic content
Despite prior knowledge, her university's response was questioned
The conflict's toll continues to rise, with over 4,385 Palestinians killed and 13,651 injured in the recent clashes

Written By:Rohit Yadav

Updated: October 31 2023 11:57:13 AM ET

Amidst global tensions surrounding Israel’s actions in the Gaza Strip, a significant demonstration unfolded in Warsaw over the weekend. Protesters, brandishing Palestinian flags and impactful slogans condemning the perceived Israeli aggression, marched through the city streets.

However, the event took an unexpected turn when a photograph capturing a woman’s anti-Semitic display drew widespread attention online.

Who is Marie Andersen?

Identified as Marie Andersen, a fifth-year student at the Medical University of Warsaw and a Norwegian native from Oslo, she came under scrutiny after being seen holding a banner featuring an offensive depiction of the Israeli flag. She is the wife of a Jordanian.

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A fifth year student at the Medical University in Warsaw, Marie Andersen hails from Oslo, Norway.

She is married to a Jordanian. pic.twitter.com/jZtELx56zu

— Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) October 21, 2023

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Reports from the Visegrad 24 Twitter channel revealed her alleged history of posting anti-Semitic content on social media, sparking outrage and prompting inquiries into her conduct. Despite prior awareness of her online activities, the university authorities purportedly failed to address the issue until it gained public attention. Andersen’s online presence had garnered a substantial following of 21.6k individuals.

The Medical University of Warsaw claims to have taken appropriate legal actions. pic.twitter.com/J7jjZl4sZa
— Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) October 22, 2023

The Medical University of Warsaw has recently declared taking appropriate legal measures in response to the matter. The incident has underscored the complexities and sensitivities surrounding the ongoing conflict, which has led to a surge in pro-Palestinian demonstrations across various nations.

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As the situation escalates, with Israeli military operations intensifying in the Gaza Strip, the toll on civilian lives continues to rise. According to the Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip, the conflict has resulted in a devastating count of 4,385 Palestinian casualties and 13,651 injuries since its onset. The toll has surpassed that of previous conflicts between Israel and Palestine, leaving a grim reminder of the escalating human cost.

The conflict traces its roots back to a terrorist attack by Palestinian Hamas, which triggered a series of violent exchanges resulting in substantial loss of life and a deeply entrenched humanitarian crisis.