Actor Robert De Niro made headlines this week after a video of him confronting pro-Palestinian protesters in New York went viral. The incident occurred on the set of his new film Zero Day, where he stars alongside Leonardo Di Caprio. In the video, De Niro can be seen shouting at the crowd, stating, “This is not a movie. This is real!” and urging the protesters to go home if they are going to continue talking nonsense.
The confrontation took place during controversial pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Columbia University and City College, which ended in a police crackdown on 300 people. De Niro, known for his pro-Israel stance, has previously expressed his support for the country and maintained relationships with Israeli political figures.
The student protest calling for a ceasefire and the cessation of funds from Israeli donors in universities has spread to different campuses across the United States. The protesters are also urging Washington to stop aid to the Israeli government led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. De Niro’s actions have sparked a debate on social media, with many expressing support for his stance.