The Palestinian Doctor, Israeli Journalist, and A Nobel Peace Prize Nomination.

Authors :: Omer, Mohammed
Source :: Washington Report on Middle East Affairs. Aug2009, Vol. 28 Issue 6, p30-31. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :: 2009
Abstract: The article focuses on the television broadcasting of a tragedy that befell the family of Doctor Izzeldin Abuelaish at their home in Jabalya Refugee Camp during the attack of Israel on the Gaza Strip on January 16, 2009. The tragedy was broadcast by Israeli reporter Shlomi Eldar of Channel 10. Doctor Abuelaish was preparing for a live news segment on women's health when a tank missile hit their home killing his daughters and niece. The physician has been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to bring peace between Israel and Palestine.