Zaher Birawi

Zaher Birawi is a Palestinian-British journalist and activist based in London, known for his controversial involvement with various humanitarian organizations and political advocacy related to Palestine. He describes himself as the founder of the Freedom Fighters Coalition (FFC), which aimed to deliver symbolic aid to Gaza. Birawi has faced significant scrutiny and was labeled a Hamas operative by Israeli authorities in 2013. His activism has led him to organize protests against Israel and advocate for Palestinian rights, often drawing attention from British media and politicians. He has also been involved in legal battles over his designation as a terrorist operative, which he vehemently denies, claiming his actions are purely humanitarian. Recently, he gained media attention for organizing a boat trip to Gaza that included activist Greta Thunberg, which was intercepted by Israeli forces.