US Urges Full Inquiry into Killing of American Turkish Woman in West Bank

The United States urged Israel to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the killing of 26-year-old Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, an American Turkish woman, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The incident occurred during a protest against settlement expansion in Beita. U.S. officials expect transparent findings.

The United States on Monday urged Israel to complete a comprehensive investigation into the killing of an American Turkish woman, Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, last week in the West Bank. Authorities believe Israel has begun such a probe.

According to Turkish and Palestinian officials, Israeli troops shot the 26-year-old during a protest against settlement expansion in Beita, near Nablus. Vedant Patel, U.S. State Department deputy spokesperson, emphasized the need for thorough and transparent findings from Israel's inquiry.

The Israeli military confirmed it is investigating reports that a female foreign national was killed by shots fired in the area. Turkey's President Erdogan condemned the death, vowing to challenge Israel's policies on international platforms. The increase in attacks by Israeli settlers has raised concerns among Israel's Western allies, including the United States.

(With inputs from agencies.)