The Palestinian cause, especially in Gaza, has long attracted global attention, particularly regarding human rights and media coverage.
This focus has driven many activists and support groups to Gaza to offer aid and observe the situation firsthand.
International solidarity peaked during the Second Intifada, which began in 2000, and continued through events like the Gaza blockade starting in 2006 and the latest assault on October 7.
Anadolu has compiled a list of 14 prominent activists who have been killed by Israeli forces over the past 20 years:
Aysenur Ezgi Eygi – September 6, 2024: A Turkish-American activist, shot during a protest against Israeli settlements in Beita, West Bank. Her death occurred amid a continuing Israeli offensive on Gaza, which has resulted in nearly 40,900 deaths and over 94,400 injuries since October 7 last year.
Rachel Corrie – March 16, 2003: An American activist, killed in Rafah while attempting to block a military bulldozer demolishing homes. Her death led to widespread international solidarity.
James Henry Miller – May 2, 2003: A Welsh journalist and activist, killed while filming a BBC documentary in Gaza.
Tom Hurndall – January 13, 2004: A British peace activist, shot by an Israeli sniper while shielding a child in Rafah. His story was documented in a biography published in 2007.
Mavi Marmara Attack – May 31, 2010: An Israeli naval assault on the Turkish vessel “Mavi Marmara” resulted in 10 deaths and over 56 injuries. The ship was carrying humanitarian aid and activists from 37 countries.