Bassem Khandaqji
Bassem Khandaqji is a 42-year-old Palestinian journalist and author who was recently released from an Israeli prison after spending nearly half of his life incarcerated. Convicted in 2004 for masterminding a suicide bombing, Khandaqji continued to write during his imprisonment, producing works such as the critically acclaimed novel 'A Mask, The Color of the Sky.' His recent release came as part of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, but he now faces challenges as he lives in a hotel in Cairo, separated from his family who are unable to visit him in the West Bank.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Canada | 2 | 6.00 | 0.33% | +10% | 38,005,238 | 137,293 | $1,700,000 | 6,141$ |
| Totals | 2 | 38,005,238 | 137,293 | $1,700,000 | 6,141$ |
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Recent Mentions
Canada:
Khandaqji’s novel, written from prison, explores historical Palestine through the lens of identity.
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Canada:
Bassem Khandaqji was a Palestinian man who was released from an Israeli prison after being incarcerated for more than two decades.
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Canada:
Bassem Khandaqji is an accomplished author who was recently released from prison after being sentenced for organizing a suicide bombing.
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Canada:
Bassem Khandaqji was among the many struck by joy this week after the last living Israeli hostages were released from Gaza.
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