Israeli Supreme Court reviews detention of Palestinian doctor Hussam Abu Safiya

Israel’s Supreme Court is deliberating whether to extend the detention of Hussam Abu Safiya, the former director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. Abu Safiya, a pediatrician who became a symbol of medical resistance during the Israel‑Hamas war, has been held for more than 500 days without formal charges, accused by Israeli authorities of cooperating with Hamas. He appeared handcuffed via video link before the judges, while his lawyer and family urged his release, citing violations of international law and humanitarian standards.

Human‑rights groups note that fourteen Gaza doctors remain in Israeli prisons and that Abu Safiya’s detention follows an 85‑day siege of his hospital. Israel claims the facility housed Hamas operatives, a charge the doctor and his supporters deny. The case highlights ongoing concerns over the treatment of medical personnel in the conflict and the lack of transparent legal processes.