‘We need help’: Family pleads for release of US teenager held by Israel
Summary
Mohammed Ibrahim, a 16-year-old Palestinian-American from Florida, has been detained by Israeli authorities for six months without trial, reportedly for rock-throwing, which his family denies. His family is worried about his health, as he has reportedly lost weight and developed a skin condition while in detention, and they lack direct contact with him.Key Facts
- Mohammed Ibrahim, an American teenager, has been detained in Israel for six months.
- He was arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at Israeli settlers, a claim his family denies.
- Mohammed has not had contact with his family since his arrest in February 2023.
- His family reports that Mohammed is losing weight and has a skin infection called scabies, which is being treated.
- The U.S. government officials visited him weeks after his arrest but initially couldn't access him.
- His arrests took place during a raid on his family home north of Ramallah.
- The U.S. State Department said they aim to provide assistance to detained U.S. citizens but did not comment directly on the case.
- Mohammed's family is calling for the U.S. government to help secure his release.
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