Palestine

World Day Against the Death Penalty: The Law on the Execution of Palestinian Prisoners Is Arbitrary and Discriminatory and Must Be Repealed Immediately – Joint Statement

On the occasion of the World Day Against the Death Penalty, observed on 10 October, the undersigned organisations reaffirm their opposition to any abusive use of this penalty, under any circumstances, and strongly condemn the law adopted by the Israeli Knesset, on 30 March 2026, by 62 votes to 48.

10 Oct 2026

UN report: Palestinian detainees used as human shields by Israeli forces

In a deeply concerning report, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights presents a stark assessment of the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories since 7 October 2023.

18 Jun 2026

Palestine / Resilience Flotilla: Global outrage following serious allegations of violence and ill-treatment

The interception by Israeli occupying forces of the “Global Resilience Flotilla” in international waters, followed by the detention and alleged torture of hundreds of civilian activists and humanitarian volunteers, has sparked a wide wave of legal and diplomatic condemnation. Numerous consistent testimonies report serious violations suffered by detainees, including physical and sexual assaults, ill-treatment, humiliation, and psychological torture.

26 May 2026

Our concerns

Although Alkarama’s mandate only covers Member States of the Arab League, we also document human rights violations committed by the Israeli authorities, due to the occupation of Palestine.

Massive violations of human rights and international humanitarian law during Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip;
Effective annexation and continued occupation of Palestinian territories by Israel and its policy of forced eviction through the demolition of Palestinian homes and the construction of illegal settlements;
Use of armed force against demonstrators, including children, by the security forces and acts of violence committed by settlers against Palestinians;
Impunity and lack of accountability measures against Israel by the UN Member States, in violation of their obligation to uphold international law;
Arbitrary detentions, including the misuse of administrative detention of Palestinian prisoners, many of whom are minors.

Human Rights Instruments

International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

ICCPR Ratified ?

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ICCPR Ratification Date

02 Apr 2014