A Turkish-American activist named Aysenur Ezgi Eygi was killed by Israeli fire in the West Bank while protesting against Israeli settlements. Her funeral in Turkey was attended by thousands, with anti-Israeli sentiments rising in the country. Turkey has condemned the killing and announced they will conduct their own investigation into her death. The Israeli military claims she was shot “indirectly and unintentionally.” Her death has also been condemned by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken as efforts for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war continue.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has been ongoing for 11 months, with Hamas still holding around 100 hostages. Israeli airstrikes have continued in Gaza, resulting in casualties. The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, is facing criticism for not reaching a deal to bring the remaining captives home. The recent discovery of six hostages’ bodies has caused anger and frustration among Israelis.
In the midst of this conflict, a campaign to vaccinate children in Gaza against polio has begun, with about 559,000 children receiving their first dose. The World Health Organization hopes that these efforts will continue despite the ongoing conflict. The war has caused significant destruction and displacement in Gaza, with over 41,000 Palestinians reported killed. The situation in the region remains tense, with efforts for peace and humanitarian aid needed to address the crisis.
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