Meet Ahed Tamimi, the 14-year-old Palestinian activist who gained international fame by biting an Israeli soldier to protect her little brother from arrest. This act of defiance catapulted her into the spotlight once again when she slapped an Israeli soldier during a protest at 16, leading to her arrest in December 2017.
Tamimi's fiery spirit and striking curly hair have made her a symbol of Palestinian resistance in the Middle East conflict. Her image is emblazoned on a wall dividing Israel and the West Bank in Bethlehem. After serving her sentence, Tamimi returned to her activism, often facing accusations of incitement but never charged with terrorism.
The conflict between Israel and the radical Islamic group Hamas, which governs the Gaza Strip, has led to numerous arrests in the West Bank of Palestinians suspected of violence, incitement, or Hamas membership. Regrettably, over 150 Palestinians have lost their lives in the occupied West Bank due to shots fired by Israeli soldiers or settlers.
It's essential to note that modern rumors of Tamimi's arrest for "incitement to terrorism" are outdated. As a matter of fact, she was released in 2025 as part of a prisoner exchange deal between Israel and Hamas. This agreement included the liberation of 150 Palestinian women, children, and 90 Palestinian prisoners relocated to the West Bank [1][5].
Tamimi continues her fight with unwavering determination, sharing her story through her memoir, "They Called Me a Lioness." This heartrending book reveals her personal experiences under Israeli occupation and her journey to becoming a prominent activist [2][4]. There is currently no evidence suggesting that she has been charged or arrested for any such allegations.
