Awad Ahmad Harb

Their life

Awad Ahmad Harb, 27, was a Palestinian from Iskaka village, east of Salfit in the central West Bank. He was killed on May 14, 2021, by Israeli soldiers during protests against the ongoing Israeli escalation in Gaza. Awad was among several Palestinians who lost their lives that day, as hundreds protested across the West Bank in response to Israeli military actions.

Awad Ahmad Harb, aged 27, was a resident of Iskaka village, located east of Salfit in the central West Bank. On May 14, 2021, Awad joined many Palestinians in protesting the Israeli attacks on Gaza. During the demonstrations, Israeli forces opened fire on the protesters, and Awad was fatally shot. He was one of nine Palestinians killed in multiple locations across the occupied West Bank on that day, while over 500 others were injured. Awad’s death reflects the broader context of heightened tensions in the West Bank and Gaza during this period, where protests and military confrontations led to significant civilian casualties.

How they died

He was Shot by Israeli soldiers with live ammunition.

Awad Ahmad Harb was killed when Israeli soldiers opened fire on protesters in Iskaka village, east of Salfit. The soldiers targeted demonstrators protesting the escalation of violence in Gaza, and Awad was fatally struck by live rounds during the confrontation.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Awad Ahmad Harb, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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