This article contains descriptions of sexual abuse and violence which some readers may find distressing.
Two Palestinian men have told the BBC they personally experienced beatings and sexual abuse in Israeli detention. The United Nations Committee against Torture is deeply concerned about reports of widespread torture and ill-treatment of Palestinian prisoners, worsening after recent conflicts.
These reports indicate a culture of impunity within Israeli prison services, particularly towards those who have expressed support for Hamas. Allegations of abuse have been made for years, but recent cases have further polarized Israeli society regarding the treatment of prisoners.
Sami al-Saei, one of the men, asserts he was raped by guards during his detention in Megiddo prison, while another man, identified only as Ahmed, claims he suffered severe sexual humiliation at the hands of prison staff.
Israel's Prison Service has denied the allegations and maintains that they operate within legal boundaries. However, international and local human rights groups have called for investigations into these systematic abuses, pointing out that recent events have heightened tensions and the risks of abuse for detainees.
Reports indicate there are over 9,000 Palestinian detainees in Israeli prisons, many of whom are held without charges. The UN Committee against Torture condemned recent attacks while also expressing concerns about Israel's response, painting a troubling picture of the ongoing conflict and human rights implications.
Two Palestinian men have told the BBC they personally experienced beatings and sexual abuse in Israeli detention. The United Nations Committee against Torture is deeply concerned about reports of widespread torture and ill-treatment of Palestinian prisoners, worsening after recent conflicts.
These reports indicate a culture of impunity within Israeli prison services, particularly towards those who have expressed support for Hamas. Allegations of abuse have been made for years, but recent cases have further polarized Israeli society regarding the treatment of prisoners.
Sami al-Saei, one of the men, asserts he was raped by guards during his detention in Megiddo prison, while another man, identified only as Ahmed, claims he suffered severe sexual humiliation at the hands of prison staff.
Israel's Prison Service has denied the allegations and maintains that they operate within legal boundaries. However, international and local human rights groups have called for investigations into these systematic abuses, pointing out that recent events have heightened tensions and the risks of abuse for detainees.
Reports indicate there are over 9,000 Palestinian detainees in Israeli prisons, many of whom are held without charges. The UN Committee against Torture condemned recent attacks while also expressing concerns about Israel's response, painting a troubling picture of the ongoing conflict and human rights implications.
