Israel Prison Service

A UN inquiry called for the immediate release of Gaza doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, detained by Israel since December 2024, citing concerns over abuse and his deteriorating health. Israel denied the allegations, while a separate UN rights body labeled his detention arbitrary, violating international human rights laws.

A Palestinian doctor, Hussam Abu Safiya, detained by Israeli forces for 18 months, is reported to be in critical condition with alleged physical and psychological abuse. His lawyer and human rights groups claim he was injured and denied proper care, while the Israeli Prison Service denies abuse allegations. Abu Safiya, former director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, was arrested in December 2024 amid an 85-day siege by Israeli forces.

A Palestinian doctor, Hussam Abu Safiya, detained by Israeli forces for 18 months, is reported to be in critical health with allegations of abuse and solitary confinement. His lawyer and human rights group claim he was injured and denied proper care, while Israeli authorities deny the claims and state he is being investigated for suspected Hamas ties.

A Palestinian doctor detained by Israeli forces for 18 months is reported to be in critical condition, with his lawyer alleging abuse and solitary confinement. The Israeli military investigates him for suspected Hamas ties, while his supporters deny the claims. The Israel Prison Service rejects allegations of abuse, stating all detainees receive medical care.