UK hunger striker Heba Muraisi: “I think about how or when I could die”
Health Condition and Statement
“Physically, I am deteriorating as the days go by. I no longer feel hunger, I feel pain,” Muraisi said. “I don’t think about my life, I think about how or when I could die.”
Protest Duration and Progress
Heba Muraisi, a 31-year-old prisoner linked to Palestine Action, has been on a hunger strike for nearly 70 days. As of January 13, 2026, she is on day 71 of her protest, with her health described as slowly deteriorating.
She is experiencing severe physical symptoms, including difficulty speaking, breathing difficulties, and muscle spasms. Campaigners and friends have reported that her condition is critical, and she has stated that she feels she is dying.
Context and Concerns
Her protest is part of a broader campaign against Israeli policies, and she is one of the longest-serving hunger strikers in UK prisons. The health of hunger-striking activists linked to Palestine Action has raised concerns about their well-being and the risks of prolonged fasting in prison settings.