Renowned Lebanese Novelist Elias Khoury Dies at 76

Khoury, celebrated for his dedication to the Palestinian cause and his influential literary work, passed away after a prolonged illness.

Elias Khoury was a prominent voice in Arab literature, known for his novels and political writings.
He dedicated much of his work to the Palestinian cause and was a staunch critic of Israel's policies.
Khoury taught at prestigious universities worldwide, including Columbia and Princeton.
His acclaimed novels, such as 'Gate of the Sun' and 'Little Mountain,' were translated into multiple languages.
Khoury remained active in his literary pursuits despite his declining health, publishing articles from his hospital bed.