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Palestinian Teens Allege Torture by Israeli Forces Amid Abuse Claims

8/25/2025

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Palestinian teenagers Sami and Mahmoud allege torture and sexual assault by Israeli forces during imprisonment.
They describe experiences of beatings, electric shocks, and solitary confinement.
The Israel Defense Forces have denied these allegations amid reports of abuse at Sde Teiman prison.
The UN has recorded instances of sexual violence by Hamas militants against Israelis during the October 7 attack.

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Palestinian teenagers Sami and Mahmoud allege torture and sexual assault by Israeli forces during imprisonment.
They describe experiences of beatings, electric shocks, and solitary confinement.
The Israel Defense Forces have denied these allegations amid reports of abuse at Sde Teiman prison.
The UN has recorded instances of sexual violence by Hamas militants against Israelis during the October 7 attack.