Naeel Barghouti
Naeel Barghouti, a Palestinian from the village of Kobar near Ramallah, is known as the longest-serving political prisoner in the world, having spent over 45 years in Israeli prisons. He was first arrested in 1978 and has been incarcerated continuously, except for a brief release in 2011 as part of a prisoner exchange. Barghouti is a member of the Fatah movement and was convicted of charges related to armed resistance against Israel. His case has garnered international attention, highlighting issues of political imprisonment and human rights in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Recently, it was announced that he would be released as part of a prisoner exchange deal, marking a significant moment in his long struggle for freedom.
Born on Jan 01, 1956 (69 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egypt | 5 | 6.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 102,334,404 | 133,283 | $303,000 | 395$ |
| United Arab Emirates | 2 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,890,400 | 9,759 | $430,000 | 424$ |
| Totals | 7 | 112,224,804 | 143,042 | $733,000 | 819$ |
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Egypt:
Naeel Barghouti is one of the oldest Palestinian prisoners, having spent 45 years in captivity.
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Egypt:
Naeel Barghouti is the oldest Palestinian prisoner released after spending 45 years in captivity.
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Egypt:
Naeel Barghouti is the oldest Palestinian prisoner who has spent 45 years in captivity.
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Egypt:
Naeel Barghouti is the oldest Palestinian prisoner, having spent 45 years in captivity.
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United Arab Emirates:
Naeel Barghouti is one of the oldest Palestinian prisoners who will be released and exiled.
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United Arab Emirates:
Naeel Barghouti is the oldest Palestinian prisoner who has spent 45 years in captivity.
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Egypt:
Naeel Barghouti is the longest-serving Palestinian prisoner, having spent over 45 years in Israeli prisons.
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