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Microsoft president Brad Smith held a press conference after protesters from the No Azure for Apartheid group occupied his office. The group, which includes current and former Microsoft employees, demands Microsoft end contracts with the Israeli government and military due to concerns about surveillance of Palestinians. Smith acknowledged the protest, confirmed an internal investigation into Azure's use for surveillance, and stated Microsoft's commitment to human rights principles. He described the protest actions, including planting listening devices, as unacceptable.

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