Death of Palestinian poet and professor Refaat Alareer in Gaza

community · December 7, 2023 · Gaza

Refaat Alareer, a Palestinian poet, professor, and activist, was killed by the Israeli military in Gaza on December 7, 2023, along with several family members. He was known for his literary work and resistance activism. His book 'If I must Die' was published posthumously in 2024.

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• “On the morning of 7 December, 2023, poet and professor Refaat Alareer was killed by the Israeli military in Gaza...His wonderful book: Refaat Alareer, If I must Die, Poetry & Prose, was published posthumously in 2024.” — The Islands Grapevine – March 27th, 2025 (March 27th, 2025)

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