My Teenage Nephew Was Beaten by Israeli Forces – Sadly, This Is Not an Isolated Case

Written By Nadia Naser

Publication: Middle East Eye

In this poignant opinion piece, Dr. Nadia Naser-Najjab recounts the harrowing experience of her 16-year-old nephew, Akram Obaid, who was subjected to interrogation and physical abuse by Israeli forces in occupied East Jerusalem. She uses this personal narrative to shed light on the broader pattern of systemic violence and intimidation faced by Palestinian youth under occupation. Dr. Naser-Najjab emphasizes that Akram's ordeal is not an isolated incident but part of a widespread strategy aimed at suppressing Palestinian resistance and instilling fear within communities.

For a more detailed exploration, you can access the full article here: My Teenage Nephew Was Beaten by Israeli Forces – Sadly, This Is Not an Isolated Case

Nadia Naser

I am a Senior lecturer in Palestine Studies, European Centre for Palestine Studies- Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies, University of Exeter. Prior to this, I was an Assistant Professor, Birzeit University, Department of Philosophy and Cultural Studies and the MA program in Arab Contemporary Studies. I hold a PhD in Middle East Studies form the University of Exeter. I has published books, chapters in books and academic article.

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