Rights Groups Accuse Israel of Torture

A series of reports from B'Tselem and other rights organizations have highlighted severe abuse, including torture and sexual violence, of Palestinian detainees in Israeli prisons since the Gaza conflict began on October 7, 2023. The reports are based on testimonies from dozens of Palestinians, revealing systematic and institutional mistreatment. Notably, the Sde Teiman military base has been a focal point of these allegations, with recent cases involving the Israeli military detaining soldiers accused of sexually assaulting a Palestinian detainee. The Israeli Supreme Court is set to consider a petition to close down Sde Teiman due to these reports. While the Israeli military and prison authorities deny the allegations, citing adherence to legal standards, the situation has drawn significant international criticism and calls for accountability.