PCHR strongly condemns the abduction and torture of Issa Hammad, and:
- Affirms that these illegal actions are a continuation of the security chaos plaguing the OPT.
- Calls upon the dismissed government to investigate the attacks and prosecute the perpetrators.
- Reminds that torture is outlawed by Palestinian Law, and does not fall by seniority; and that torture is a serious violation of human rights and international human rights standards, including the UN Convention against Torture.
- Condemns the continued role of El-Qassam Battalions in carrying out illegal arrests. The Centre calls for an immediate stoppage to these acts and for closing all Battalions’ detention centers. The Centre affirms that the Battalions are not a law-enforcement agency; and is not authorized to deal in civilian matters.
- Affirms that arrests are regulated by Palestinian Law and are the authority of law-enforcement parties, represented by the civilian police under orders and supervision of the Attorney-General.
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