The family of a dual Turkish-American citizen killed in the West Bank has issued a statement calling for an independent investigation into the incident. They accused the Israeli army of 'ruthlessly' killing their 26-year-old daughter, Aisha Nour Ozgi, claiming she was shot while 'peacefully supporting justice.' They have urged President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Secretary of State Antony Blinken to order an independent investigation into the incident and hold those responsible accountable. The White House described the killing of this dual citizen as 'deeply distressing' and called for an investigation. Sean South, a spokesperson for the National Security Council, stated, 'The U.S. is seeking more information and investigations regarding this incident.' Antony Blinken also expressed condolences to Aisha Nour's family, stating that conclusions should be drawn after gathering necessary information. The Turkish government, controlled by the Islamist Justice and Development Party, which has maintained close relations with Hamas in recent years, condemned the killing as 'brutal.' The Israeli army stated that in response to stone-throwing and a threat from a Palestinian resident of the West Bank towards soldiers, two shots were fired at him. The Israeli army added that details of the incident are under investigation. The 'International Solidarity Movement' announced that Aisha Nour Ozgi, a member of the organization, was killed on Friday while participating in 'weekly protests against Israeli settlers in the West Bank.'
Family of Turkish-American Citizen Killed in West Bank Calls for Independent Investigation
A dual Turkish-American citizen, Aisha Nour Ozgi, was killed by Israeli soldiers in the West Bank during a protest. Her family is demanding an independent investigation, and the U.S. government has expressed concern. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in the region and the international response to violence against civilians.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
A dual Turkish-American citizen, Aisha Nour Ozgi, was killed by Israeli soldiers during a protest in the West Bank. Her family is calling for an independent investigation, and the U.S. government has expressed concern.
- Aisha Nour Ozgi was participating in a protest against Israeli settlers.
- The Israeli army claims the shooting was in response to a perceived threat.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The West Bank is a focal point of Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with frequent protests and military responses. International Solidarity Movement is known for supporting Palestinian causes.
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