Reported 11 months ago
On June 10, 2024, in Jilin City, Jilin Province, China, four American citizens were stabbed in Beishan Park, confirmed to be professors from Cornell College. The incident occurred while they were visiting the park with colleagues from Beihua University, with the video of the victims bleeding and lying on the ground circulating on social media platforms. Despite this, official Chinese media remained silent. The victims, who were in China teaching computer science, mathematics, and physics, as part of a collaboration between Cornell College and Beihua University, were all injured and survived the attack, with one family member confirming their hospitalization for treatment. The incident raised concerns and criticisms among Chinese netizens, with some comparing it to the Boxer Rebellion and questioning the rationale behind harming teachers engaged in academic exchange. US authorities expressed concern and are working to ensure the victims receive proper medical care and assistance. The incident also highlights the ongoing tension and caution advised for travelers to China, as some American universities have paused cooperation programs in response to the risks associated with travel to the country.
Source: YAHOO