Palestinians Condemn Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Over Footage Taunting Prisoner
Footage showing National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir addressing prisoner Hassan Salama in his cell has drawn sharp criticism from Palestinians, according to Al Jazeera.
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Palestinians have denounced Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir after footage emerged showing him addressing Palestinian prisoner Hassan Salama inside his cell, according to Al Jazeera.
The footage, described in the report as showing the minister taunting Salama, drew sharp condemnation from Palestinians, who characterized the minister's remarks and presence at the cell as threatening.
Ben-Gvir has previously made prison visits and public statements regarding the treatment of Palestinian prisoners a feature of his tenure as national security minister, a role that includes oversight of Israel's prison system.
The report did not include a response from Ben-Gvir's office regarding the footage or the reaction it has generated.
The incident adds to ongoing tensions surrounding the treatment of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli custody, an issue that continues to draw significant attention from Palestinian officials and human rights observers.
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