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State of the World from NPR

A Gaza Detainee Speaks

Jul 16, 2024
A Gaza radiologist recounts his harrowing seven-month ordeal in Israeli detention, facing beatings and mistreatment. He sheds light on the struggles Palestinian detainees endure, calling for peace and justice. The podcast delves into the challenges of living conditions in Gaza's detention centers, highlighting the lack of resources and harsh environments faced by detainees.
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  • Dr. Amr Nasser endured beatings and lack of medical care during Israeli detention.
  • Detainees in Israeli custody face allegations of starvation and denial of basic necessities.

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Gaza Detainee's Story: Mistreatment and Harsh Conditions

Dr. Amr Nasser, a radiologist from Gaza, shares his harrowing experience of being detained by Israeli forces. Nasser recounts enduring beatings, severe weight loss, and inadequate medical treatment during his seven-month detention. He describes inhumane living conditions in the detention center, where he was kept blindfolded and handcuffed for long periods. Despite Israeli military's denial of mistreatment, Nasser's account aligns with other detainees' claims of harsh treatment and lack of basic necessities.

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