Pictures: Nablus mourns American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, killed by Israel
Occupied West Bank (Quds News Network)- Residents of Nablus in the occupied West Bank held a solemn funeral on Monday for American activist Aysenur Ezgi Egi, who was fatally sniped by Israeli forces during a peaceful protest last Friday. Egi’s death has triggered widespread condemnation, as she was participating in a nonviolent demonstration opposing Israeli settlement expansion in the town of Beita, south of Nablus.
The funeral prayer took place after her body was released from Rafidia Governmental Hospital in the afternoon. Local authorities, led by Nablus Governor Ghassan Daghlas, along with representatives from civil society, gathered to honor her memory. The Palestinian security forces organized an official convoy, underscoring the significant impact of her death on the community.
Following the funeral, Egi’s body is expected to be transferred to Turkey, according to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. A spokesperson from the ministry confirmed that Turkey is working to expedite the return of her remains, following her family’s request.
Aysenur was killed by an Israeli sniper while she was attending a peaceful demonstration against the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements. According to the forensic report, she was struck by a single bullet to the head, fired by an Israeli sniper targeting the unarmed protesters.
Her death has caused outrage in both Turkey and the United States. Her family has called for an independent investigation into the unlawful killing, urging US President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Secretary of State Antony Blinken to ensure full accountability for those responsible. The Israeli military has claimed it is investigating the incident, but human rights groups remain skeptical, citing a longstanding pattern of impunity surrounding Israeli forces’ actions in the West Bank.
Egi’s killing highlights the increasing dangers faced by international activists and Palestinian protesters opposing Israeli settlements. Despite their nonviolent efforts, they are frequently met with deadly force from Israeli soldiers. Human rights organizations have condemned the killing and are demanding accountability and transparency.
