Unprotected: Detention of Palestinian Teenagers in East Jerusalem Publications
The joint report by HaMoked and B'Tselem, published in October 2017, highlights the systematic abuse and mistreatment of Palestinian minors from East Jerusalem by Israeli law enforcement. These minors are frequently arrested, interrogated without legal representation or parental presence, and subjected to harsh conditions, including physical restraints, nighttime interrogations, and threats. Many are coerced into signing confessions, often in Hebrew, a language they do not understand. Despite legal protections for minors, these are routinely violated, reflecting a broader policy of discrimination and control over Palestinian residents in East Jerusalem. This treatment is part of Israel's broader strategy to marginalize and displace Palestinians in the city.
This entry is original published by B'Tselem.
