A shocking 14-page terror manual instructing Columbia University students on anti-Israel sabotage tactics has campus officials on high alert as the radical guidebook details destructive methods from sledgehammers to concrete for blocking operations.
At a Glance
- An anarchist manual linked to UK-based Palestine Action is circulating among Columbia University students, providing detailed instructions for destructive acts against pro-Israel targets
- The 14-page guide advises on using sledgehammers, concrete for blocking pipes, and maintaining anonymity through cash purchases, burner phones, and VPNs
- The manual includes step-by-step instructions for creating activist “cells,” conducting reconnaissance, and executing vandalism while evading law enforcement
- Columbia has already faced violent anti-Israel protests resulting in over 100 NYPD arrests, with protest organizer Mahmoud Khalil currently detained by ICE and facing deportation
Terror Manual Provides Blueprint for Campus Destruction
A disturbing 14-page instruction manual for anti-Israel sabotage is being widely shared among Columbia University students. The radical guidebook, authored by the UK-based extremist group Palestine Action, offers step-by-step instructions for committing acts of vandalism and property destruction against pro-Israel targets. The anarchist playbook includes detailed advice on forming activist “cells,” conducting reconnaissance on potential targets, and executing destructive actions while evading law enforcement detection.
The manual leaves nothing to chance, providing explicit instructions for activists to purchase sledgehammers with cash, use concrete to block building pipes, smash windows, and even break into facilities. Security experts reviewing the document have expressed alarm at its comprehensive nature, noting that it appears designed to cause maximum disruption while minimizing the chance of participants being identified or prosecuted.
Evasion Tactics and Operational Security
Perhaps most concerning to law enforcement officials is the manual’s extensive focus on operational security and evasion tactics. The guidebook coaches prospective saboteurs on using cash for all purchases to avoid creating financial records, wearing inconspicuous clothing during reconnaissance and attacks, and employing sophisticated digital privacy measures. Students are instructed to use burner phones, virtual private networks (VPNs), and other counter-surveillance techniques typically associated with organized criminal enterprises.
“They violated every rule in the book and they openly state they’ll continue to do so,” said Elisha Baker.
The Israel-based Shirion Collective, an organization tracking antisemitism, has confirmed the manual’s presence at Columbia University. The group has raised alarms about the document being shared on social media platforms, noting its potential to escalate already tense campus conditions into a more dangerous phase of direct action. The guide’s emphasis on anonymity and evading consequences suggests its authors understand the illegality of the activities they’re promoting.
Campus Already a Hotbed of Anti-Israel Activity
Columbia University has already established itself as the epicenter of anti-Israel campus protests across America. The institution faced severe disruption last spring when encampments and demonstrations led to over 100 arrests by the NYPD. The university’s handling of these protests resulted in congressional hearings, the resignation of former president Minouche Shafik, and a significant loss of donor support as many observers questioned the administration’s commitment to maintaining order and protecting Jewish students.
“We are hoping for the best, but we are all wagering how long before we go into total lockdown again,” stated Rebecca Korbin.
The protest movement shows no signs of dissipating as student organizers have openly declared their intentions to continue and even intensify demonstrations. Mahmoud Khalil, a prominent organizer of past Columbia protests who was recently arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and faces deportation proceedings, previously stated: “As long as Columbia continues to invest and to benefit from Israeli apartheid, the students will continue to resist.” This mindset, combined with the circulation of a sabotage manual, creates a concerning environment as students return to campus.
University Response and Security Measures
Columbia University has not publicly commented on the sabotage manual specifically, but the institution has implemented enhanced security measures across campus. Entrances are now guarded, and private security personnel maintain a visible presence throughout the grounds. The university has updated protest guidelines and developed new training programs addressing antisemitism and Islamophobia following recommendations from a task force that accused Columbia of allowing antisemitism to persist on campus.
Additionally, as part of a settlement from a lawsuit brought by Jewish students, Columbia agreed to provide a “safe passage liaison” for students concerned about navigating protest activities. However, the circulation of a manual specifically designed to enable property destruction and disruptive sabotage presents a new level of security challenge that goes well beyond peaceful demonstration management.
While the university administration attempts to balance free expression with campus safety, the presence of materials advocating illegal activities casts serious doubt on whether current security measures will prove adequate if radical elements choose to follow the manual’s destructive blueprint.
