Turkish-American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi was killed by Israeli fire in the West Bank during a demonstration against Israeli settlements. Her funeral in Turkey drew thousands, with anti-Israeli sentiment rising in the country. Turkey has condemned the killing and is conducting its own investigation. The Israeli military claims Eygi was shot indirectly and unintentionally.
Her death has also been condemned by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken as efforts to reach a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war have stalled. Israel and Hamas have accused each other of making unacceptable demands, leading to frustration in Israel over the remaining hostages held by Hamas.
Israeli airstrikes continue to hit Gaza, killing at least 14 people. There is growing anger in Israel over the failure to reach a deal for the hostages. The bodies of six hostages were found recently, increasing tension in the region.
Amidst the conflict, a campaign to inoculate children in Gaza against polio has begun, with over 559,000 children receiving their first dose. The second doses are expected to begin later this month. The war has caused significant destruction and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with over 41,000 Palestinians killed since it began. Talks for a cease-fire and release of hostages continue as the region remains in turmoil.
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