Palestinian detainees who have been released from Israeli prisons are making alarming claims of widespread abuse and torture. According to reports, thousands of Palestinians, including minors, have been held since the war on Gaza began in October.
During a discussion on the treatment of Palestinian prisoners on a television program, it was revealed that the Israeli military has a so-called administrative detention program under which individuals can be detained without trial for up to 90 days.
Guests on the show included Fadia Barghouti, who shared her firsthand experience of being detained by the Israeli military for 90 days under this program. Basil Farraj, an assistant professor at Birzeit University specializing in the study of political prisoners and violence in prisons, also shed light on the situation.
Mustafa Barghouti, the Secretary-General and founder of the Palestinian National Initiative, was also present on the show to offer his perspective on the issue.
The allegations of abuse and torture come amidst ongoing tensions between Israelis and Palestinians, with the situation showing no signs of improvement. The treatment of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli prisons remains a contentious issue, with calls for accountability and justice growing louder.
As more details emerge about the treatment of Palestinian detainees in Israeli prisons, the international community is being urged to take action to address these serious allegations and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
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