"Abu Safia's health has deteriorated considerably since he was taken by Israeli soldiers. Gaza City Dr Hussam Abu Safia, 52, remains in an Israeli prison a year after Israel detained him without charges or trial. His family and supporters are demanding his release as his health deteriorates amid reports of the inhumane conditions under which he is being held. list of 3 itemsend of list Abu Safia, known for his steadfast presence as director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya, north of Gaza City, has become central in international discussions on the protection of medical personnel in armed conflicts."
"No charges have been brought against Abu Safia, who is held under the unlawful combatant law, which allows detention without a standard criminal trial and denies detainees access to the evidence against them. Abu Safia is being held in extreme conditions and, according to lawyers, has lost more than a third of his body weight. His family is worried about him as he also suffers from heart problems, an irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, skin infections and a lack of specialised medical care."
Dr Hussam Abu Safia, 52, has been detained by Israeli forces for a year without charges or trial and is held under the unlawful combatant law. He remained at Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahiya during sustained Israeli attacks; the hospital is now out of service. He has been moved between detention facilities including Sde Teiman and Ofer and reportedly suffered mistreatment. Lawyers report he lost over a third of his body weight and suffers heart problems, high blood pressure, skin infections, and lack of specialised care. His family and supporters demand his release and fear for his life.
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