Overview
- Released prisoners and the Palestinian Prisoners’ Society say Marwan Barghouti lost consciousness and suffered fractures in multiple ribs during a mid-September transfer between prisons.
- Itamar Ben-Gvir denied the assault allegations and said he is proud Barghouti’s conditions have worsened under his tenure, while the Israel Prison Service said it operates lawfully and ensures inmate safety.
- Five detainees deported to Egypt reported hearing Barghouti describe being beaten on arrival at Megiddo Prison, according to statements shared by his son.
- The Palestinian Prisoners’ Society alleged Barghouti was denied necessary medical care after the incident and described the episode as a deliberate attempt on his life.
- Barghouti was excluded from the recent US-brokered prisoner releases and remains in solitary confinement, with family appeals for international access reported as unfulfilled.