Israel’s national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has been at the center of a major transformation within the country’s prison system. Reports from human rights group B’Tselem have described the prisons as “torture camps” where abuse is rampant. The Guardian’s Jerusalem correspondent, Bethan McKernan, spoke to former prisoners who detailed their experiences inside these jails. According to Bethan, almost every detainee she spoke to described severe beatings, violence during head counts, sexual violence, starvation rations, being denied medical care, basic necessities like water and soap, and limited access to daylight. These accounts shed light on the harsh reality faced by Palestinian prisoners within Israeli prisons. The situation highlights the need for greater oversight and accountability within the prison system. The stories shared by these former prisoners paint a dark picture of the conditions they endured while incarcerated. The Guardian remains committed to reporting on these issues and bringing them to the attention of the public. As an independent news organization, The Guardian relies on the support of its readers to continue producing quality journalism that is open and accessible to all. Your support helps to fund the important work of uncovering and sharing stories like those of the former Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.
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