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world6 days ago•2 min saved

Ben-Gvir flaunts harsh prison conditions for Palestinian women prisoners

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted footage of Palestinian women detainees and boasted that he is responsible for harsh prison conditions, a move condemned by Palestinian groups as intimidation and a display of a broader punitive policy. Ben-Gvir has long pushed for tougher prison conditions, overseen prisoner transfers, and argues for minimal standards, while about 9,400 Palestinians remain held in Israeli prisons, including women and minors.

via Al Jazeera|

#ben-gvir #human-rights #israeli-prisons

world13 days ago•10 min saved

Marvel A-listers back drive to free Marwan Barghouti

Over 20 actors who have appeared in Marvel films joined a ‘Freedom for Marwan’ campaign calling for the release of Marwan Barghouti, the convicted Palestinian leader of the Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades. The organizers say more than 200 cultural figures have signed on, with his supporters portraying him as a Palestinian leader and symbol of resistance and Israel noting his murder convictions. The campaign, launched with UK groups, has drawn endorsements from figures like Benedict Cumberbatch, and has seen political support such as South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signing a petition and a poll suggesting Barghouti would win a hypothetical Palestinian presidential race.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#freedom-for-marwan #marvel #marwan-barghouti

world10 months ago•5 min saved

Israel and Gaza Celebrate Prisoner Releases and Ceasefire Developments

Israel released nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners as part of a hostage deal, with officials emphasizing the new prison policies that aim to deter terrorism and reinforce sovereignty, despite concerns about the potential for some prisoners to re-engage in attacks.

via Ynetnews|

#hostage-deal #israel #palestinian-prisoners

world10 months ago•1 min saved

Tensions Escalate as Israel and Hamas Accuse Each Other of Ceasefire Violations

The cease-fire between Israel and Hamas has lasted nearly a week but remains fragile due to unresolved issues, primarily the dispute over exchanging hostage remains for Palestinian prisoners, with deep mistrust hindering the stability of the agreement.

via The New York Times|

#gaza-conflict #hostage-exchange #israel-hamas-ceasefire

world10 months ago•9 min saved

Greta Thunberg Accuses Israeli Forces of Abuse and Torture

Greta Thunberg reports being tortured and abused by Israeli guards during detention after attempting to deliver aid to Gaza, highlighting severe treatment of activists and Palestinians amid ongoing conflict and political tensions in the region.

via Democracy Now!|

#gaza-aid-flotilla #gaza-conflict #greta-thunberg

world10 months ago•4 min saved

Celebrations as Palestinian Prisoners Are Released Amid Gaza Ceasefire

Israel released nearly 2,000 Palestinians from its jails as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal, leading to emotional reunions and celebrations, though allegations of abuse and mistreatment in Israeli prisons have been reported. The released prisoners include members of various Palestinian factions, with some facing ongoing uncertainty due to Gaza's damaged infrastructure and ongoing conflicts.

via CNN|

#gaza-ceasefire #israeli-prisons #palestinian-families

world10 months ago•6 min saved

Palestinian Prisoners Celebrated as Israel Releases Hundreds Amid Ceasefire

The article describes the emotional return of 88 Palestinian prisoners released by Israel to the West Bank after being held for years, some for decades, amidst a ceasefire and prisoner exchange following the Israel-Gaza conflict. The scene is marked by joy and sorrow, with families reuniting and some prisoners in poor health, while others face uncertainty due to potential deportations and Israeli restrictions on celebrations.

via The Guardian|

#israel-gaza-conflict #israeli-detention #palestinian-families

world10 months ago•6 min saved

Palestinian Prisoners Celebrated in Gaza and West Bank Amid Ceasefire

Palestinians celebrated as Israel released nearly 2,000 prisoners, including those detained during the Gaza conflict, under a ceasefire deal with Hamas, highlighting the complex political and emotional significance of prisoner releases on both sides.

via NPR|

#gaza-conflict #israel-hamas-ceasefire #palestinian-politics

world10 months ago•3 min saved

Palestinians Celebrate Prisoner Releases Amid Tensions

Hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, including some convicted of serious crimes and detainees held without charge, were released by Israel as part of a prisoner exchange with Hamas, leading to celebrations in Gaza and the West Bank amid complex emotions and ongoing tensions in the region.

via BBC|

#gaza-and-west-bank #israel-hamas-exchange #middle-east-peace

world10 months ago

Israelites Anticipate Hostage Releases Amid Trump Visit and Gaza Ceasefire

Israelis are preparing to celebrate the release of freed hostages, with around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners also expected to be released, ahead of a visit by Trump.

via The Washington Post|

#celebration #hostages #israel

world10 months ago•0 min saved

Key Insights into the Gaza Ceasefire and Diplomatic Developments

Israel has begun withdrawing troops as part of a ceasefire deal involving the release of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, marking a significant step towards de-escalation in Gaza.

via The Washington Post|

#ceasefire #gaza #hostages

world11 months ago•3 min saved

Tensions Rise as Hamas and Israel Negotiations Focus on Prisoner and Hostage Exchanges

The ongoing indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel in Egypt are heavily focused on a prisoner exchange deal, with key figures like Marwan Barghouti and Abdullah Barghouti demanding their release, which Israel considers red lines, potentially impacting the progress of the deal.

via Al Arabiya English|

#abdullah-barghouti #hamas-israel-negotiations #marwan-barghouti

world1 year ago•19 min saved

Hamas Proposes 60-Day Gaza Ceasefire Amid Israeli and Arab Negotiations

Hamas has offered significant concessions in a proposed Gaza ceasefire, including dropping demands for Israel's complete withdrawal from the Philadelphi corridor and agreeing to deeper Israeli buffer zones, while Israel has not responded and is preparing for a large-scale invasion of Gaza. The negotiations involve complex prisoner exchanges and aid arrangements, with regional mediators urging Israel to accept the proposal to prevent further conflict and humanitarian catastrophe.

via Drop Site News|

#gaza-ceasefire #hamas-concessions #israel-invasion

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Israeli Minister's Taunt of Palestinian Leader Sparks Outrage

Israeli national security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir posted a video taunting jailed Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, prompting condemnation from Palestinian officials. The clip shows Ben-Gvir making threatening remarks to Barghouti during a prison visit, amid ongoing tensions and policies affecting Palestinian prisoners. The incident has heightened tensions and drawn criticism from Palestinian authorities, highlighting the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

via The Guardian|

#israel #itamar-ben-gvir #marwan-barghouti

international-news2 years ago•3 min saved

Palestinian Detainees Report Severe Abuse in Israeli Prisons

A Palestinian prisoners' group has reported severe abuse, including rape and torture, of Gaza detainees by Israeli forces. Testimonies from detainees, including journalist Mohammed Arab, reveal horrific conditions in Israeli detention centers such as Sde Teiman and Ofer prison. The Commission of Detainees Affairs accuses all Israeli institutions of complicity in these abuses.

via Middle East Eye|

#gaza #human-rights #international-news