Israeli Authorities Accused of Unlawful Detention
What is Happening?
- Israeli authorities are detaining Palestinians from Gaza indefinitely under the Unlawful Combatants Law.
- 27 former detainees, including a 14-year-old boy, testified to harrowing torture experiences.
- The law allows incommunicado detention and enforced disappearance.
Why is this a Concern?
Amnesty International condemns the indefinite incommunicado detention of Palestinians in Gaza, emphasizing the need for safeguarding human rights in such situations.
What is Amnesty International’s Stance?
Amnesty International calls for the immediate repeal of the Unlawful Combatants Law and humane treatment of all detainees.
What about the Detainees?
- 27 detainees were interviewed, all reporting torture and ill-treatment.
- The detainees were held without trial or charge, some for up to 140 days.
- The law denies detainees access to lawyers and judicial review for an extended period.
What is the Call to Action?
Amnesty International demands international fair trial standards for detainees and access to legal counsel and the Red Cross.
Summary: Israeli authorities are urged to end arbitrary detention and inhuman treatment of Palestinian detainees from Gaza.
Source: www.amnesty.org