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Palestinian Doctor Held in Israeli Custody Reports Abuse, Sleep Deprivation
How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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By مصطفى شلاعطة
First reported by Arab48 · Sep 2, 2026
What happened
Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya, detained by Israel, has reported beatings and severe sleep deprivation to his lawyer. While international pressure has led to some improvements in his care and access, his rights group says he still faces abuse and demands an independent medical examination.
- 01Palestinian doctor reports beatings and sleep deprivation in Israeli custody.
- 02He claims threats and assault for sharing detention details with his lawyer.
- 03Rights group confirms difficult conditions and incomplete medical records.
- 04International attention has led to some improvements in his care.
- 05Advocates demand an independent medical examination for the doctor.
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