Australian Student Severely Injured in Alleged Israeli Shooting in West Bank
Ranem Abu Izneid, a 20-year-old dentistry student, was struck by shrapnel in her dormitory and is now calling for a full investigation into the incident.
- Ranem Abu Izneid, an Australian citizen studying dentistry in the West Bank, was injured on November 15 when shrapnel from a bullet allegedly fired by Israeli forces struck her dormitory window.
- The incident caused severe injuries to her face, chest, and right eye, with doctors in Melbourne now working to save her vision after her evacuation to Australia for advanced medical care.
- Israeli Border Police confirmed firing live rounds in the area but have not taken responsibility for Abu Izneid's injuries, citing rioters as a threat to their forces during the operation.
- Abu Izneid and her family are demanding a transparent, independent investigation into the shooting, emphasizing that the area was considered a non-combat zone.
- Australian and Victorian government officials have expressed support for the injured student, while advocacy groups have condemned the incident and called for accountability.
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