The prisoner, Dr. Marwan Al-Hams, was tied up and beaten in the presence of Ben Ghafir

Gaza - Ofoq News - The Ministry of Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners in Gaza said that it is following with great concern the information received regarding the exposure of Dr. Marwan Al-Hams, director of field hospitals in the Gaza Strip, to restrictions and beatings inside “Janot” prison, under the supervision of the Minister of National Security in the occupation government, Itamar Ben Gvir.

According to the information received, on October 7, Dr. Al-Hams was assaulted in the presence and supervision of Ben Ghafir, which resulted in him suffering fractures in his body and suffering from severe pain.

The Ministry confirmed that what was reported regarding the attack on Dr. Al-Hams raises serious concerns for his physical safety and life, and requires urgent action to verify the conditions of his detention, reveal his health condition, and ensure that he receives the necessary medical care without delay.

The Ministry stressed that subjecting detainees to restrictions and beatings, or depriving them of treatment and health care, constitutes a serious violation of international standards that guarantee the protection of persons deprived of their liberty, and obligate the detention authorities to preserve their physical and psychological integrity and guarantee their human dignity.

The Ministry indicated that the seriousness of this information multiplies in light of the reports and testimonies raised regarding the conditions of detention of Palestinian prisoners, and the allegations they contain of physical assault and medical negligence, which requires an independent and transparent investigation, and holding accountable everyone proven to be involved in any violations.

The Ministry of Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners called on international and human rights institutions, particularly the International Committee of the Red Cross and the United Nations, to intervene urgently to check on the health condition of Dr. Marwan Al-Hams, ensure that he receives the necessary medical care, and work to provide him with protection.And to all Palestinian prisoners, with the need to investigate the circumstances of the reported attack and hold those responsible accountable in accordance with international law.