Huan Qiu Shi Bao·2025-08-27 05:20Group 1 - The core issue revolves around protests against Microsoft's collaboration with the Israeli government, specifically regarding its Azure cloud services [1][2] - A protest group named "Refuse Azure's Support for Apartheid" occupied the office of Microsoft's president, Brad Smith, demanding the company sever ties with Israel [1][2] - The protest resulted in the arrest of seven individuals, including two Microsoft employees, for illegal entry and obstruction of law enforcement [1][2] Group 2 - Brad Smith confirmed that the actions of the arrested employees did not align with company standards and indicated that further actions would be taken [2] - During the occupation, protesters allegedly set up makeshift listening devices in the office, raising security concerns [2] - This incident is part of a series of protests, with previous demonstrations occurring at the Microsoft campus, leading to additional arrests [2]