Hamas decries killing of US activist in occupied West Bank as a 'fascist act'

Hamas has condemned the killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi, a US citizen, who was fatally shot in the head by Israeli forces during a protest in the occupied West Bank.

"This heinous act is a part of the occupation's crimes against those who stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people," Hamas said in a statement, adding that these acts are "systematic and ongoing and are committed by occupation forces and settlers alike."

It accused the the Israeli government of attempting to "silence every voice" that speaks out against its policies.

"We call on the international community … to hold the occupation's government responsible for its fascist acts," it added.