Israel Imprisons Nearly 10,000 Palestinians Amid Gaza War

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The Israeli military has continued to arrest and imprison Palestinians, with over 9,550 people currently being held in Israeli detention. The Palestinian Commission for the Affairs of Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners reported that the number of detainees has increased by more than 250 in just two weeks, despite the ongoing war in Gaza. The commission has expressed outrage over the treatment of Palestinian prisoners, citing cases of torture, starvation, and medical neglect. The plight of Palestinian prisoners, including pregnant women and healthcare workers, has been highlighted by human rights groups, with Amnesty International documenting cases of torture and abuse.

Key Takeaways:

  • Nearly 10,000 Palestinians have been imprisoned by Israel since the start of the war in Gaza.
  • The number of detainees has increased by over 250 in just two weeks, reaching a total of 9,550.
  • The Palestinian Commission for the Affairs of Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners has reported that many detainees are subjected to torture, starvation, and medical neglect.
  • At least two women, Jihad Nakhlah and Aysha Ghidan, are pregnant while being held in detention.
  • 78 women prisoners are currently being held at the Damon prison.
  • Over 3,400 Palestinians are being held under "administrative detention," which allows Israeli officials to hold them without charge or trial.
  • Amnesty International has documented cases of Israeli soldiers torturing Palestinian detainees, including "severe beatings" and "humiliation."
  • Dozens of journalists and healthcare workers have been detained by Israeli forces in Gaza.

Statistics:

  • 9,550 Palestinians are currently being held in Israeli detention.
  • 3,400 Palestinians are being held under "administrative detention."
  • 78 women prisoners are being held at the Damon prison.
  • 2 women, Jihad Nakhlah and Aysha Ghidan, are pregnant in detention.
  • Over 250 detainees have been arrested in just two weeks.
  • Amnesty International has documented over 100 cases of torture and abuse.

Sources:

  • UPI, July 7
  • Palestinian Commission for the Affairs of Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners statement, July 7
  • Amnesty International report, October 7, 2023
  • UPI, October 7, 2023