Former Guantanamo detainees have come forward to share the abuse and torture they endured in US detention facilities, drawing parallels to the treatment of Palestinians in Israeli jails. Asadullah Haroon, who spent 16 years at Guantanamo Bay without charge, highlighted the striking similarities in the treatment of Palestinian prisoners. Haroon recounted the physical and mental torture he endured, emphasizing the dehumanizing effects of being labeled a terrorist without a chance to defend oneself.
Israeli prisons have been criticized for their harsh treatment of Palestinian inmates, with reports of beatings, dog attacks, and other forms of abuse. The recent escalation of violence in Gaza has led to the execution of dozens of Palestinian prisoners, raising concerns about mass detentions and forced disappearances. Testimonies from released prisoners have shed light on the systemic violence and degrading conditions in Israeli custody.
The abuse in Israeli prisons, documented through videos and reports, echoes the infamous treatment of inmates in US facilities like Abu Ghraib. Activists and lawyers have condemned the Israeli practices as reminiscent of US-style torture, highlighting the need for accountability and justice for all victims of oppressive detention systems.