On Saturday, the Palestinian Higher Education Ministry reported that a targeted Israeli strike resulted in the tragic death of distinguished Palestinian scientist Sufyan Tayeh and members of his family in their Al-Faluja residence in Gaza. The strike unfolded amid Israel’s ongoing and forceful bombardment of the Gaza Strip.
Sufyan Tayeh, recognized for his outstanding contributions in physics and applied mathematics, held the position of President at the Islamic University of Gaza. His impactful work garnered international acclaim, earning him prestigious accolades such as the Abdul Hameed Shoman Award for Young Arab Scientists and the UNESCO Chair for Physical, Astrophysical, and Space Sciences in Palestine.
The ministry did not provide specific details regarding the number of Tayeh’s family members affected by the strike, marking a devastating development in the midst of the heightened tensions and violence in the region.
