Social media users mourned the death of an elderly Palestinian man, Khaled Nabhan (Abu Diaa), who was martyred in an Israeli airstrike. Many noticed his serene smile as he lay prepared for burial.
A widely shared picture on pro-Palestinian accounts on X showed Khaled Nabhan lying on a stretcher, hands tied, surrounded by mourners.
Nabhan’s martyrdom sent shockwaves across social media, with pro-Palestinian supporters expressing grief over the loss of a figure known for his kindness amidst the devastation in Gaza. The Israeli occupation army killed Khaled Nabhan in an airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza.
Abu Diaa had become a beloved Palestinian figure on social media after he was seen bidding farewell to his deceased granddaughter and calling her “soul of my soul,” a heartfelt expression he used to describe the young girl, who was also martyred in an earlier Israeli attack.
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He was known to wear his grandson’s medal and his granddaughter’s earring as a brooch—precious keepsakes left behind after they were martyred during the Israeli genocide in the besieged Palestinian enclave.
Abu Diaa became a symbol of resilience and love after a viral video showed him bidding an emotional farewell to his deceased granddaughter, whom he adored deeply. He was also recognized for consoling grieving families, engaging in humanitarian work, and caring for Gaza’s stray cats.
