Remember Leila Shahid, Palestinian Diplomacy Leader

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Leila Shahid was the first Palestinian woman diplomat. She passed away in France at 76 years old.

She was born in Beirut, Lebanon, during 1949. Her parents came from Jerusalem and northern Israel.

She helped people in Palestinian refugee camps first. Then she studied in Paris and led student groups.

Leila Shahid became the first Palestinian woman ambassador. She worked in Ireland and then the Netherlands.

She served as an envoy to France for many years. Later, she worked for the EU, Belgium, and Luxembourg.

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Who was Leila Shahid?

Leila Shahid was the first Palestinian woman diplomat.

Where was Leila Shahid born?

She was born in Beirut, Lebanon.

What did Leila Shahid do after helping people in refugee camps?

She studied in Paris and led student groups.

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