UN inquiry urges release of Palestinian doctor jailed by Israel
Summary
The United Nations has called on Israel to immediately release Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, a Palestinian doctor held without charge for over 18 months. The UN says he has faced severe abuse in prison, and his health is in serious danger.Key Facts
- Dr. Hussam Abu Safia is the director of Gaza’s Kamal Adwan Hospital.
- He has been detained by Israel since December 2024 without any formal charges.
- Israel labels him an "unlawful combatant," allowing detention without trial.
- Reports say Abu Safia has been severely abused and shows signs of torture.
- His condition deteriorated to the point that his lawyer struggled to recognize him.
- The UN inquiry commission and other UN bodies have called for his immediate release.
- Israel’s Prison Service denies the abuse allegations and says the claims have no factual basis.
- Abu Safia is one of 14 Palestinian doctors held by Israel without charge, all involved in Gaza’s healthcare system.
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