Lawyer warns detained Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya is in critical condition
Summary
A Palestinian doctor named Hussam Abu Safiya was detained by Israeli forces 18 months ago. His lawyer says he is in very bad health and has been mistreated while in custody, but Israeli officials deny these claims.Key Facts
- Hussam Abu Safiya is a Palestinian doctor and former director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza.
- He was arrested by Israeli forces in December 2024 and has not been formally charged.
- Abu Safiya led his hospital during an 85-day Israeli military siege amid the Israel-Hamas war.
- His lawyer and a human rights group say he shows signs of abuse and is in critical condition.
- He has been held in solitary confinement for long periods and reportedly has head injuries and breathing problems.
- The Israel Prison Service rejects allegations of abuse and says all detainees receive proper medical care.
- Thousands of Palestinians have been detained by Israel since the war with Hamas began in October 2023.
- The war started with a Hamas attack on Israel, leading to many casualties on both sides.
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