Rights Groups Report Surge in Rubber Bullet Use on Palestinian Inmates
Summarized from The Times of Israel by baba
Two Israeli human rights groups report a sharp increase in rubber bullet use against Palestinian inmates in Israeli prisons, documenting 22 cases since last fall. Physicians for Human Rights Israel and the Public Committee Against Torture in Israel argue the practice is unlawful and disproportionate. The Israel Prison Service stated it sees no reason to stop using rubber bullets appropriately, despite concerns raised by the groups. Some inmates have suffered severe injuries and received inadequate medical care following these incidents.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Two Israeli rights groups documented 22 cases of inmates, mostly Palestinian, shot with rubber bullets since last fall.
- The groups call the practice "widespread" and "unlawful," noting a dramatic increase from the prior decade.
- One inmate required testicle removal after being hit by a rubber bullet, according to a medical report.
- Rights groups argue rubber bullet use is often disproportionate and not a last resort.
- The Israel Prison Service stated it sees no reason to stop using rubber bullets in "measured" ways.
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