Israeli whistleblowers expose Palestinian abuse in secret detention center

Reports have emerged from Israeli whistleblowers alleging mistreatment of Palestinian detainees at the Sde Teiman military base in Israel's Negev desert, which now functions as a detention center. The whistleblowers, who have worked at the facility, claim that the conditions include extreme physical restraints and a lack of adequate medical care. They describe a field hospital where wounded detainees are strapped to beds, forced to wear diapers, and fed through straws. There are also allegations of amputations resulting from injuries due to constant handcuffing, and beatings that some claim are acts of retribution for Hamas activities.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have responded to these accusations, asserting that they ensure proper treatment of detainees and that any allegations of misconduct are thoroughly investigated. The Sde Teiman camp is said to hold Palestinians detained amid Israel's military operations in Gaza. These claims have intensified scrutiny of Israel's adherence to international practices and laws, particularly regarding the treatment of detainees. Human rights organizations have documented concerns over the treatment of Palestinian detainees, including women and children, and have called for further investigation into these matters.