Palestinian prisoners’ authority: Gaza detainees face dire conditions in Israeli prisons
RAMALLAH: The Commission for Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs said on Wednesday that living and humanitarian conditions for Palestinian prisoners from the Gaza Strip in Janot prison continue to deteriorate severely amid punitive measures, restrictions and deprivation of basic necessities guaranteed under international law and conventions.
In a report issued on Wednesday, the commission said that after visiting a number of prisoners and hearing their testimonies, prison authorities allow the washing machine to be used only once every 12 to 14 days. Underwear and outer clothing are also often not replaced, further worsening the prisoners’ suffering.
The commission said prisoners are subjected to continued beatings and repression, while adequate healthcare and basic personal necessities are not provided.
It added that severe overcrowding persists, with some rooms housing 12 prisoners but containing only 10 beds, forcing two prisoners to sleep on the floor.
