Remembering Refaat Alareer: Gaza Scholar and Poet Killed in Israeli Strike

Refaat Alareer, a prominent scholar and educator from Gaza, was killed in an Israeli airstrike along with his family members. Alareer, known for his mastery of the English language, used his teaching as a means of empowerment and resistance against the Israeli siege and academic restrictions imposed on Gaza. He edited two volumes, including "Gaza Writes Back," and believed in the power of storytelling to convey the Palestinian experience. Alareer's death is a tragic loss for the academic and literary community in Gaza, as Israel continues its bombardment campaign, destroying educational and cultural institutions.