UN rights body demands release of Palestinian doctor detained by Israel
Summary
A UN human rights group says Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safia is in danger while being held by Israel without charge. The group demands Israel release him immediately, saying his detention breaks international human rights laws.Key Facts
- Dr. Hussam Abu Safia has been detained by Israel since December 2024 without any formal charges.
- A UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention says his detention violates important human rights agreements.
- The UN group calls for his immediate release and compensation under international law.
- Abu Safia’s lawyer says the doctor’s health is very poor due to daily abuse and signs of torture.
- Abu Safia was the head of Kamal Adwan hospital in Gaza and a vocal critic of Gaza’s healthcare situation.
- Israel has denied mistreating Abu Safia or other detained doctors.
- The Israeli Supreme Court has not responded to appeals asking for Abu Safia’s release.
- Abu Safia was detained along with other medical staff and patients during the arrest.
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