American-Palestinian Youth Freed Following Nine Months in Israel's Imprisonment
Zaher Ibrahim
An American-Palestinian youth having endured a nine-month period in imprisonment by Israel without charge has been freed.
Mohammed Ibrahim was 15 at the time of his arrest in February in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, while he was vacationing from his Florida home accused of stone-throwing at Jewish settlers, allegations he repeatedly contested.
American diplomatic officials said it welcomed the news of Mohammed's release.
Mohammed, now 16, required hospitalization for treatment immediately after release, relatives told the media.
Family described him as visibly pale and thin, and is suffering from conditions acquired while detained.
Through an official statement, family spokesperson spoke of the family's "immense relief".
Zeyad Kadur described how relatives endured "surviving a terrible, unending nightmare" throughout the past nine months.
"Right now, our priority is providing Mohammed with prompt healthcare necessary for his recovery following exposure to harsh conditions and inhumane conditions over several months."
US officials stated they would maintain to provide consular support to Mohammed's family.
{"American leadership considers paramount to the protection and welfare of US citizens"," officials stated.
A group of American legislators submitted a formal letter to diplomatic officials and the White House, urging greater action to release him.
Mohammed's parent, a father-of-four operating an ice cream shop based in Tampa, previously claimed Mohammed acknowledged allegations about rock throwing after being assaulted by soldiers.
The father hadn't visited or communicated with his son since February, receiving updates exclusively what had happened to him in detention through court documents.
He stayed without charge at Ofer detention facility on the West Bank.
The facility also contains grown detainees, including individuals found guilty for major terrorist activities and murder.
Approximately 350 Palestinian minors in security custody being held in Israeli jails, per correctional service statistics.
Several lack formal charges along with monitoring agencies, as well as the United Nations, report instances of physical abuse and torture.
Following Mohammed's release, Mr Kadur said relatives would persist in advocating for justice for his cousin family member Sayfollah.
The dual national youth per medical officials was beaten to death by Israeli settlers following tensions last July.
During that period, military authorities reported authorities were looking into information regarding a civilian was deceased.
Both young men had worked together in the family ice cream shop based in Florida.
No charges have been filed regarding Sayfollah's death.
"We demand United States leadership to ensure our family's safety," family representatives emphasized.
