Death of Aysenur Eygi in the West Bank
The White House requested an investigation into the death of 26-year-old American woman, Aysenur Eygi, in the occupied West Bank, who was shot in the head during an anti-settlement demonstration. Eygi was the only non-Palestinian among 18 demonstrators killed in Beita since 2020.
Key Points
- Eygi shot in the head during anti-settlement demonstration
- Dual national with American and Turkish citizenship
- Request for investigation by White House
- Eygi the 18th demonstrator killed in Beita since 2020
Pros
- White House requesting investigation
- International attention to the incident
Cons
- Loss of life
- Growing tensions in the West Bank