UN panel says Israel operating 'de facto policy of torture'
Summary
The United Nations committee on torture reported that Israel might be using a policy that includes organized and widespread torture in its detention centers. The committee reviewed the situation based on information from both Israeli and Palestinian rights groups. The UN committee highlighted serious concerns about the treatment of Palestinian detainees and urged Israel to conduct independent investigations into these allegations.Key Facts
- The UN committee on torture found evidence suggesting Israel has a policy of organizing and widespread torture.
- Both Israeli and Palestinian rights groups provided details about conditions in Israeli detention centers.
- Thousands of Palestinians have been detained by Israel since Hamas attacks in October 2023.
- Some detainees have reportedly been held without access to a lawyer or their families.
- Allegations include severe beatings, lack of food and water, electrocution, and other abuses.
- The committee said these practices could be considered war crimes and crimes against humanity.
- The UN committee called for independent investigations into the allegations and accountability for those responsible.
- Israel's ambassador described the torture allegations as "disinformation" and reiterated the country's commitment to its moral values.
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