Zuleikha Al-Shayeb: Dropped from an helicopter to her death by the French, By Owei Lakemfa

Zuleikha Al-Shayeb was captured by French forces during the Algerian War of Independence, where she was reportedly subjected to torture and mistreatment, contrary to the protections outlined in the Geneva Convention. On 15 October 1957, she was publicly displayed in Algiers, chained to a land rover, which drew significant attention to her plight. The circumstances surrounding her death, including claims that she was dropped from a helicopter, have raised serious concerns regarding the treatment of prisoners during the conflict. This incident highlights the broader issues of human rights violations during the war.

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