Detained Gaza hospital director Hussam Abu Safia appears in Israeli court showing signs of torture
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Al Jazeera
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Summary
Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, was abducted by Israel in late 2024 and has been detained since. He appeared via video link at an Israeli Supreme Court hearing, showing visible signs of torture including significant weight loss. His family and lawyer are demanding his immediate release, fearing for his life. Abu Safia himself declared his detention unjust and arbitrary during the court appearance.
Key quotes
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He shows signs of visible torture — noticeably thinner in his face and around his abdomen.
His family and lawyer are demanding his release, fearing for his life.
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