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‘War lives in me’: Gaza playwright Ali Abu Yasin wins English PEN award

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Ali Abu Yasin, a Gaza playwright, received the English PEN award for his artistic resilience while continuing to write theatre amid the rubble of conflict zones. The award recognizes his ability to maintain creative work despite the destruction of his home and community.

Key points

• Ali Abu Yasin won the English PEN award for his artistic resilience.
• He continued writing theatre while living in the rubble of Gaza.

Context

The English PEN award honors writers who demonstrate exceptional courage and commitment to their craft during times of crisis. This recognition highlights the ongoing struggle of artists in conflict zones to preserve their voices.

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Evidence is extremely limited to a single sentence describing the award and his continued work. No specific dates of the award, number of works written, or personal details beyond his name are provided.

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