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Sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli prisons is ‘systematic’

Sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli prisons is ‘systematic’

Summary

A human rights advocate says that sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli prisons happens regularly, not just as one-time events. The abuse is carried out by Israeli soldiers and is described as a systematic problem.

Key Facts

  • Kifaya Khraim works at the Women’s Centre for Legal Aid and Counselling in Ramallah.
  • She manages the center’s Advocacy Unit.
  • Khraim states that sexual abuse against Palestinians by Israeli soldiers is widespread.
  • The violence is taking place inside Israeli prisons.
  • The abuse is described as systematic, meaning it happens as part of a regular pattern, not randomly.
  • The issue involves Palestinian prisoners.
  • The information comes from local human rights sources.
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