A Toronto woman is struggling with a mix of emotions after the tragic death of her cousin, who was held hostage by Hamas.
According to reports, 27-year-old Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish was killed in an Israeli airstrike on his home in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday. Abuelaish, a Palestinian doctor and peace activist, had been living in Gaza with his family and working at a hospital in Israel.
His cousin, who wishes to remain anonymous, spoke to CP24 about the devastating loss.
“I am heartbroken and angry. My cousin was a kind and compassionate man who dedicated his life to helping others,” she said.
Abuelaish’s death has sparked outrage and condemnation from the international community, with many calling for an end to the violence in the region.
The Toronto woman described her cousin as a “voice of reason” and a “bridge between two communities.”
“He believed in peace and coexistence, and he worked tirelessly to promote understanding and dialogue between Israelis and Palestinians,” she said.
Abuelaish’s death is a tragic reminder of the toll that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is taking on innocent civilians. The Toronto woman expressed her frustration with the lack of progress towards a peaceful resolution.
“I am tired of seeing innocent lives being lost in this never-ending cycle of violence. It’s time for leaders on both sides to come together and find a way to end this conflict once and for all,” she said.
The family is now mourning the loss of their beloved cousin and is calling for justice for his death.
“We want answers and accountability for what happened to my cousin. No family should have to go through this kind of pain and suffering,” the Toronto woman said.
As the world continues to watch the situation in the Middle East unfold, the Toronto woman hopes that her cousin’s death will not be in vain and that it will serve as a catalyst for peace and understanding in the region.
