Israel Arrests Top Military Lawyer Over Leaked Video of Prisoner Abuse
A former high-ranking lawyer in the Israeli military has been taken into custody after releasing a disturbing video showing Palestinian detainees being subjected to abuse. The footage, which has sparked widespread international condemnation, appears to show soldiers at Abu Ghosh prison using violent and humiliating tactics against the prisoners.
Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, who served as the head of military law in Israel for over 15 years, was arrested by Israeli police in a move seen as an attempt to quash accountability for human rights abuses. The incident has raised questions about the extent of corruption and impunity within Israel's military hierarchy.
Tamer Yerushalmi is accused of leaking the video, which was originally captured on camera by a group of Palestinian activists during a protest at Abu Ghosh prison. The footage, which has been shared widely online, shows Israeli soldiers beating and humiliating prisoners using flashlights to blind them.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and criticism from human rights groups around the world, who have accused Israel's military leadership of trying to cover up the abuse. Tomer-Yerushalmi is due to face charges over the leak, although it remains unclear whether she will be held accountable for her role in allowing the abuse to occur.
The arrest has raised concerns about the potential for reprisal against human rights activists and journalists who have spoken out about abuses by Israel's military. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle for accountability and transparency within Israel's military leadership, as well as the need for greater protection of Palestinian detainees from abuse.
A former high-ranking lawyer in the Israeli military has been taken into custody after releasing a disturbing video showing Palestinian detainees being subjected to abuse. The footage, which has sparked widespread international condemnation, appears to show soldiers at Abu Ghosh prison using violent and humiliating tactics against the prisoners.
Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, who served as the head of military law in Israel for over 15 years, was arrested by Israeli police in a move seen as an attempt to quash accountability for human rights abuses. The incident has raised questions about the extent of corruption and impunity within Israel's military hierarchy.
Tamer Yerushalmi is accused of leaking the video, which was originally captured on camera by a group of Palestinian activists during a protest at Abu Ghosh prison. The footage, which has been shared widely online, shows Israeli soldiers beating and humiliating prisoners using flashlights to blind them.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and criticism from human rights groups around the world, who have accused Israel's military leadership of trying to cover up the abuse. Tomer-Yerushalmi is due to face charges over the leak, although it remains unclear whether she will be held accountable for her role in allowing the abuse to occur.
The arrest has raised concerns about the potential for reprisal against human rights activists and journalists who have spoken out about abuses by Israel's military. The incident highlights the ongoing struggle for accountability and transparency within Israel's military leadership, as well as the need for greater protection of Palestinian detainees from abuse.
, like they're really trying to sweep this under the rug ??! Arresting some lady who just showed proof of what's REALLY goin' down at Abu Ghosh prison... that's straight fire 
, can't let them get away with it 
. And now everyone's talkin', worldwide 
, human rights groups are hella mad 
, and rightfully so! 
We need more people like her who aren't afraid to speak truth to power 
. Also, can we talk about how Israel's military is supposed to be all about protectin' its citizens but instead they're out hereabusin' prisoners? 
that's some messed up stuff 
. it's like they're saying if ur not part of the machine then ur outta luck 
. human rights activists need to keep speaking up cuz if we dont no about these issues then they can just get away with everything 
. Israel needs to take responsibility for its actions and stop trying to cover them up 
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The fact that they're trying to silence her and cover it up is just appalling.
Just saw that Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi was arrested over leaked video of prisoner abuse 
. Stats on arrests in Israel are increasing - 2022 saw 33% more arrests than the previous year 
. Charts showing the rise in human rights complaints against Israeli forces since 2019 are concerning 
. The US has been a key ally for Israel, but did you know that 71% of Americans support Palestinian statehood? 
The global reaction to this incident is telling - a recent survey found that 85% of people worldwide believe human rights abuses in Israel/Palestine should be investigated further 
. The numbers are stacking up against Israel's military leadership, and it's time for accountability 
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and what about all the ppl who have been silenced by Israel's military over the yrs? this is just another example of them trying to cover their tracks 
shouldnt we be supporting ppl who are trying to bring about change instead of punishing them?