Israel — Israel Prison Service & Hamas

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service is specifically mentioned in the UN report as one of the Israeli authorities involved in alleged sexual violence against Palestinian detainees. This inclusion is a key factor in Israel's blacklisting and the resulting diplomatic tensions.

Hamas: Hamas was already on the UN blacklist for sexual violence and its continued inclusion is used by Israel to highlight the perceived injustice of being listed alongside a militant group. The report reiterates accusations against Hamas for sexual violence during the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service denied all allegations of abuse, torture, and sexual assault, stating that detainees were held in accordance with the law and received medical care.

Hamas: Israel dismissed the flotilla's action as a 'PR stunt' serving Hamas, and Gideon Sa ar referred to participants as 'anti-Israel extremists at the service of Hamas'.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service>>> denied allegations of abuse, contradicting accounts from activists and international condemnation.

Hamas: Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, was cited by Israel as the reason for the blockade, with Israel calling the flotilla a 'PR stunt at the service of Hamas'. Hamas condemned Israel's interception as piracy.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: Supports and would implement the plan; subject to the court injunction.

Hamas: Detainees at Ketziot are Hamas members; plan affects their detention conditions.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service denied claims of mistreatment of Hussam Abu Safiya and other detainees, stating they receive professional medical care.

Hamas: Hamas is the militant group that rules Gaza Strip, and Hussam Abu Safiya is being investigated on suspicion of cooperating with or working for them, claims which medical staff and aid groups deny.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: Denies abuse allegations; responsible for detention.

Hamas: Alleged ties to doctor; accused of using hospital for military purposes.

Israel — Israel Prison Service: The Israel — Israel Prison Service (IPS) is responsible for the conditions and treatment of prisoners in civilian jails. The PHRI report implicates the IPS in the deaths of 46 Palestinians and faces allegations of operating a system that has lost moral and professional restraint.