Dubliner awaiting trial in Egypt has been on hunger strike for 20 days
Ibrahim Halawa has told his family he is waiting on the death rope in jail in Egypt.
The 19 -year-old Dubliner has revealed he has been on hunger strike for more than 20 days.
He is been awaiting trial for over two years after being arrested in Cairo at a time when protests were taking place in the city.
He is due back in court next Month.
Ibrahim's sister Somaia has said the letter is a direct appeal to the Irish and Egyptian Government's for help.
She also said her family is increasingly concerned about his welfare.
