Turkey probes killing of Turkish-American activist in West Bank protests
- Aysenur Eygi, a Turkish-American activist, was killed by Israeli soldiers during protests in the occupied West Bank.
- Her father has welcomed Turkey's decision to investigate her death and called for a similar inquiry from the U.S.
- Eygi's family believes she was deliberately targeted, and they plan to pursue legal action regarding her death.
The father of Aysenur Eygi, a Turkish-American activist killed by Israeli soldiers in the occupied West Bank, has expressed his gratitude for Turkey's decision to conduct an independent investigation into her death. Eygi was shot during protests, and her father, Mehmet Suat Eygi, called her death an 'arbitrary murder.' He urged the U.S. government to also investigate the incident, highlighting his daughter's American citizenship and her upbringing in the U.S. where she enjoyed freedoms. Eygi, who graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in psychology, was known for her activism and commitment to her ideals. Her family believes she was deliberately targeted by Israeli forces, dismissing claims of accidental shooting. Eygi's tragic death has sparked outrage and calls for accountability, with her family planning to take legal action, including presenting findings to a U.N. court regarding Israel's actions. The Turkish Justice Minister announced the investigation shortly after the Israeli military's preliminary report suggested the shooting was likely unintentional. Eygi's family is determined to pursue justice for her death, which they view as a significant loss not only for them but also for the broader community of activists. As her body is prepared for repatriation to Turkey, where she is expected to be buried, the incident has drawn attention to the ongoing conflict in the region and the treatment of activists. Eygi's story serves as a poignant reminder of the risks faced by those who stand up for their beliefs in volatile environments.