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Turkish-American Student Killed: Family Demands U.S. Investigation

9/9/2025

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Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a 26-year-old Turkish American student, was killed by Israeli forces on September 6, 2024, during West Bank protests.
Eygi's family alleges she was deliberately targeted; the Israeli military claims it was unintentional.
An investigation found she was shot 30 minutes after clashes, 200 yards from soldiers.
The family seeks a U.S. investigation after meeting with the Biden administration.
Eygi's sister, Ozden Bennett, is advocating for justice and plans to meet with lawmakers.

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Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a 26-year-old Turkish American student, was killed by Israeli forces on September 6, 2024, during West Bank protests.
Eygi's family alleges she was deliberately targeted; the Israeli military claims it was unintentional.
An investigation found she was shot 30 minutes after clashes, 200 yards from soldiers.
The family seeks a U.S. investigation after meeting with the Biden administration.
Eygi's sister, Ozden Bennett, is advocating for justice and plans to meet with lawmakers.