Israel’s Ben-Gvir lauds harsh conditions for Palestinian female prisoners
Summary
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir shared a video showing harsh conditions for Palestinian female prisoners and said he is responsible for these conditions. Palestinian groups condemned the footage, calling it intimidation and a way to break the prisoners’ will.Key Facts
- Ben-Gvir posted a video from a prison holding Palestinian women, showing their complaints about poor treatment.
- He said the good prison conditions are over and he is pleased with the current harsh situation.
- Prisoners reported no showers for three days, lack of medical care, and dirty clothes.
- Palestinian groups described the visit as a political act meant to humiliate and intimidate female prisoners.
- Since late 2022, Ben-Gvir has pushed for tougher conditions like less food, water, fewer family visits, and limited shower time.
- He opposed an Israeli court ruling that required better food for Palestinian prisoners.
- Around 9,400 Palestinians are held in Israeli prisons now, including 88 women and over 350 children.
- Palestinian organizations say Israeli prisons use policies of humiliation, torture, starvation, and deprivation.
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