Rising Allegations of Abuse and Revenge in Israeli Detention Centers

Palestinian prisoners and rights organizations have reported a surge in abuses and torture in Israeli jails following Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks, with one group alleging that prison officers are seeking "revenge" on inmates. The number of "security inmates" has risen by 66%, with reports of sexual assault, humiliation, and degradation. Israeli officials deny the allegations, but rights groups express concern that the treatment of prisoners may lead to radicalization and create more determined opponents.