Israeli Court Upholds Detention of Gaza Doctor Without Charge

Israel's Supreme Court upheld the detention of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, a Palestinian doctor held without charge, citing confidential materials. His lawyer and rights groups allege mistreatment in custody, while Israel accuses him of Hamas ties without evidence. Abu Safiya's stance during a 2023 military order remains notable.

Israel's Supreme Court has rejected an appeal for the release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, a prominent Palestinian doctor detained without charge since late 2024. This decision, based on undisclosed evidence, raises concerns about legal transparency and human rights in the region.

Dr. Abu Safiya, director of Kamal Adwan hospital, is among 14 doctors from Gaza detained in Israel. Advocates argue he faces mistreatment in prison, including insufficient food and solitary confinement, allegations the Israeli prison service denies.

The Israeli military alleges Abu Safiya's association with Hamas, yet provides no public evidence. The accusations, vehemently denied by Gaza’s health ministry and Hamas, echo back to 2023 when Abu Safiya defied military orders to stay with infant patients.