An Israeli airstrike killed 22 of my relatives, but I refuse to hate

Palestinian doctor and five-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee, Izzeldin Abuelaish, has experienced immense personal tragedy. In January 2009, an Israeli tank shell hit his home killing his three daughters and one of his nieces and in October this year, 22 members of his extended family were killed in Jabaliya refugee camp by an Israeli airstrike. Dr Abuelaish speaks to the Guardian about how his personal loss has made him determined to push for peace. Two-state solution would mean relocating 200,000 settlers, says Israeli lawyer who has David Cameron’s ear The very latest on the Israel-Gaza war Image caption: Taken by Ben Curtis for AP on Jan 21 2009 just days after his daughters were killed. Subscribe to The Guardian on YouTube ► The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Sign up to the Guardian’s free new daily newsletter, First Edition ► Website ► Facebook ► Twitter ► Instagram ► The Guardian on YouTube: Guardian News ► Guardian Australia ► Guardian Football ► Guardian Sport ► Guardian Live ► #Israel #Palestine #Gaza #IDF #Hamas #News
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