UN Report Unveils Alleged Torture of Palestinian Detainees by Israeli Authorities

The UN human rights office released a report alleging that Palestinian detainees have been subjected to torture, including waterboarding and electric shocks, by Israeli authorities since the Oct. 7 attacks. The report highlights the detention of over 9,400 individuals, some held without legal access, sparking concerns of human rights violations.

The UN human rights office issued a report Wednesday, revealing alleged torture and mistreatment of Palestinian detainees by Israeli authorities since the Oct. 7 attacks.

According to the report, over 9,400 "security detainees" are in Israeli custody, some without legal access, prompting concerns about human rights violations.

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk highlighted appalling acts such as waterboarding and dog attacks on detainees, calling it a clear violation of international laws.

The detailed report, based on interviews and sources, could be pivotal for International Criminal Court investigations into related war crimes.

The report's content has been shared with the Israeli government, and comments from Israel's diplomatic mission are awaited by The Associated Press. This follows the ongoing conflict that began with Hamas' attack on Israel on Oct. 7, causing significant casualties on both sides.