Turkey has launched an investigation into Israel’s killing of Turkish American activist Aysenur Ezgi Eygi and is seeking arrest warrants in connection with her death. Eygi was targeted and killed by Israeli soldiers during a peaceful demonstration in solidarity with Palestinians. Turkish officials are determined to ensure that this crime does not go unpunished and have evidence to support their claims.
Eygi, a recent graduate of the University of Washington and a volunteer with the International Solidarity Movement, was shot in the head by Israeli forces during a protest in the West Bank. Despite Israeli claims that her death was accidental, witness testimony and evidence suggest otherwise. U.S. officials have echoed Israel’s narrative, refusing to launch an independent probe into her killing.
As Turkey takes decisive action to seek justice for Eygi, U.S. officials have chosen to trust Israel’s version of events, ignoring evidence to the contrary. Eygi’s family, members of Congress, and advocates for Palestinian rights are calling for a transparent investigation into her death. It remains to be seen how this tragic incident will be handled moving forward.