Photo Shows Blindfolded Gaza Man Restrained in Israeli Custody

A photograph circulating online depicts a blindfolded Gaza man stripped to his underwear and restrained face down on a cot while in Israeli custody. Israeli military officials said the image is genuine and acknowledged that the treatment shown "does not align" with the military's values. They have not identified the man or disclosed his location.

Two mothers from Gaza each stated they recognized the man as their own son. Rana Abu Nassar said she identified her son Osama from swelling in his foot and scars on his leg visible in the photo. Joudeh Al-Ghoul said she recognized her son Amin from his hair and chin. Both women said they had not seen recent images of their sons prior to the photo's release.

Around 1,200 Palestinians from Gaza are held in Israel under the Internment of Unlawful Combatants Law, which permits unlimited detention for individuals believed to have participated in hostile acts. Amani Sarahneh of the Palestinian Prisoners Society said the organization has submitted both men's names to request lawyer visits.

Visits occur but require lengthy coordination, Sarahneh said. The military stated it had identified the incident and that those involved would be dealt with according to the findings of the inquiry. A spokesperson did not provide the man's name or detention location.