Overview
- CPJ interviewed 59 Palestinian journalists released from Israeli detention since October 2023 and reported that all but one described torture, abuse or other violence.
- At least 94 journalists and one media worker were detained during the period covered, with 30 still in custody as of February 17, 2026.
- More than 80% of those interviewed were held without charge under administrative detention, and many said they were denied access to lawyers.
- Testimonies cite beatings, stress positions, sexual violence including two reported rapes, sleep deprivation via loud sound, starvation, and medical neglect, with CPJ reviewing supporting photos and documents.
- Israeli officials reject claims of systemic abuse, saying detainees are treated in accordance with international law and that any protocol violations will be examined, as CPJ calls for independent monitoring and impartial probes.