Rising Death Tolls: Over 90 Palestinians Reported Dead in Israeli Custody

Tue Nov 18 2025 16:42:39 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A recent report by Physicians for Human Rights Israel reveals alarming statistics concerning Palestinian prisoners, claiming that at least 94 have died in custody within a two-year period. This report raises serious concerns about human rights violations and the treatment of detainees.

Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) has issued a report stating that 94 Palestinian prisoners have died in Israeli custody since October 2023. The report accuses Israeli authorities of systematic killings and human rights violations, highlighting that most deaths occurred due to medical neglect or violence. The Israeli Prison Service denies these claims, asserting adherence to legal standards.

At least 94 Palestinian prisoners and detainees have died in Israeli custody in less than two years, a well-regarded Israeli human rights group says.

A new report by Physicians for Human Rights Israel (PHRI) alleges a practice of systematic killings and cover-ups.

The report, covering the period from October 7, 2023, until August 31, 2025, states that fewer than 30 Palestinians died in Israeli custody in the previous decade.

The Israel Prison Service (IPS) claims it operates within the law and under the supervision of official oversight bodies, but it has also declined to comment on allegations from external sources.

Since the beginning of the latest conflict, significant numbers of Palestinians have been detained, often without charge. The PHRI report claims a pattern of systematic human rights violations against these individuals, asserting it is part of an official Israeli policy since the war escalated.

The report emphasizes that many of the deceased were held in military prisons, with allegations of violence and neglect leading to their deaths.

Furthermore, the report highlights a troubling lack of transparency, with authorities allegedly attempting to cover up the circumstances of these deaths and hampering investigations.

While Israeli authorities maintain that deaths are examined according to established procedures, the PHRI warns that such claims do not encompass the experiences and rights of the detainees.

The report concludes that the actual number of deaths may exceed those officially documented, revealing severe challenges in understanding the full impact of Israel's detention practices, particularly those labeled as forced disappearance. The IPS has refuted many of these allegations, emphasizing its commitment to legal standards in handling detainees.