Leila Shahid, Palestinian diplomat, dies in France aged 76

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffFebruary 18, 2026 at 07:33 PM

Leila Shahid, Palestinian diplomat, dies in France aged 76

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Leila Shahid, the first female Palestinian diplomat and former Palestinian ambassador to France, died in France on Wednesday at the age of 76. News of her death prompted tributes from fellow diplomats and officials, including the Palestinian ambassadors to France and the UK, as well as the deputy Palestinian envoy to the UN. They remembered her as a dedicated advocate for justice, freedom, and peace, and a significant voice for Palestine, particularly in the Francophone world. Many cited her as an inspiration and a role model for her unwavering dedication to the Palestinian cause. Shahid also served as a Palestinian envoy to the EU.

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