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‘Palestinian Pele’ Suleiman al-Obeid killed while seeking aid in Gaza

‘Palestinian Pele’ Suleiman al-Obeid killed while seeking aid in Gaza

Summary

Suleiman al-Obeid, a football player from Gaza, died in an Israeli attack while waiting for aid. He was well-known in Palestinian football and played internationally. The attack was part of ongoing violence in Gaza that has led to many deaths, including athletes.

Key Facts

  • Suleiman al-Obeid, a Palestinian football player, was killed by an Israeli attack in Gaza.
  • He was 41 years old and known as the "Pele of Palestinian football."
  • Al-Obeid was waiting near an aid distribution center when the attack happened.
  • He scored more than 100 goals in his career and played 24 international matches.
  • Since the conflict began, 662 athletes and their family members have died in Gaza.
  • A total of 1,300 Palestinians have been killed near aid centers since late May.
  • Recent aid attacks resulted in at least 18 deaths and are part of a broader hunger crisis.
  • Gaza has reported 197 hunger-related deaths since October 2023, including many children.
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