Reservists Indicted for Abuse at Sde Teiman

Five Israeli reservists have been indicted for severely abusing a Palestinian detainee at the Sde Teiman military prison in southern Israel. The detainee suffered cracked ribs, a punctured lung, and a torn rectum due to the abuse, which included being beaten, tasered, and stabbed with a sharp object. The incident, which took place in July 2024, has drawn significant criticism and calls for the closure of the detention facility known for its poor conditions and alleged abuse by soldiers. The reservists face charges of aggravated assault and causing severe injury, and evidence against them includes medical documentation and security camera footage. This case has sparked protests and unrest, highlighting ongoing tensions related to the treatment of Palestinian detainees. The indictment has renewed scrutiny on Israel's military detention practices and the treatment of prisoners at Sde Teiman, a site used since the war with Hamas began.