An American woman was fatally shot by Israeli soldiers during a protest in the West Bank, according to witnesses. The incident took place during a demonstration against Israel’s separation barrier near the Palestinian village of Bilin.
The woman, identified as 24-year-old Emily Henochowicz, was participating in the protest when she was hit in the face by a tear gas canister fired by Israeli forces. She was immediately transported to a nearby hospital where she later died from her injuries.
Witnesses at the scene claim that the soldiers were firing tear gas canisters directly at protesters, and that Henochowicz was not engaged in any violent behavior when she was shot. The Israeli military has stated that they are investigating the incident, but have not released any further details.
Henochowicz, a student at Cooper Union in New York City, was an active supporter of Palestinian rights and had been living in Jerusalem for several months. Her tragic death has sparked outrage among Palestinian and international activists, who have condemned the actions of the Israeli military and called for a full investigation into the incident.
The US State Department has offered its condolences to Henochowicz’s family and has called for a thorough and transparent investigation into her death. They have also urged all parties to exercise restraint and avoid escalating tensions in the region.
The shooting of Emily Henochowicz serves as a tragic reminder of the ongoing conflict in the West Bank, and the need for a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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