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Palestinian Leader's Son Urges Release of 'Terrorist' Father

10/23/2025

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The Israeli government regards Marwan Barghouti as a terrorist and imprisoned him for 23 years, claiming he planned attacks that killed five Israelis.
Arab Barghouti says his father represents a unifying Palestinian voice and has faced mistreatment in prison, including solitary confinement and abuse.
Arab Barghouti calls on Western leaders to press for his release, noting Barghouti's vision for a two-state solution and that occupation is the root cause.

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The Israeli government regards Marwan Barghouti as a terrorist and imprisoned him for 23 years, claiming he planned attacks that killed five Israelis.
Arab Barghouti says his father represents a unifying Palestinian voice and has faced mistreatment in prison, including solitary confinement and abuse.
Arab Barghouti calls on Western leaders to press for his release, noting Barghouti's vision for a two-state solution and that occupation is the root cause.