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Zaher Ibrahim

An Palestinian-American youth having endured 270 days in Israel's custody without being charged gained freedom.

Mohammed Ibrahim had just turned 15 when he was arrested last February in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, during a family visit while residing in Florida for allegedly throwing stones against settlement residents, which he previously denied.

American diplomatic officials expressed satisfaction with Mohammed's liberation.

Now sixteen years old, required hospitalization right after being freed, according to close relatives.

According to them, he appears showing signs of malnutrition, and is suffering from conditions contracted in captivity.

Through an official statement, family spokesperson spoke of the family's "overwhelming sense of relief".

Zeyad Kadur said the family had been "surviving a terrible, unending nightmare" during the entire detention period.

"Right now, we're concentrating on ensuring Mohammed receives the immediate medical attention he needs after being subjected to Israel's abuse and brutal treatment throughout his detention."

American authorities announced ongoing to provide consular support for the Ibrahim family.

{"The Trump Administration considers paramount to the protection and welfare of American nationals"," it added.

Several congressional representatives submitted a formal letter to US authorities and the administration, demanding more be done for his freedom.

Mohammed's parent, with four children who runs an ice cream business in Florida, previously claimed Mohammed acknowledged allegations to throwing stones after being assaulted by soldiers.

The father hadn't visited or spoken to Mohammed since February, and only heard regarding the treatment in detention through court documents.

Mohammed was held absent formal charges in Ofer prison on the West Bank.

The facility also contains grown detainees, featuring prisoners sentenced of serious terrorism offences and homicide.

Approximately 350 Palestinian child security detainees being held in Israeli jails, according to the Israeli Prison Service.

Numerous remain uncharged and human rights groups, as well as the United Nations, report instances of physical abuse and torture.

Following Mohammed's release, the uncle stated they would maintain their efforts demanding accountability for their family member family member Sayfollah.

The 20-year-old dual US citizen who the Palestinian health ministry said died from beating by settlement residents during a confrontation during summer.

During that period, military authorities reported authorities were looking into reports a Palestinian civilian had been killed.

Mohammed and Sayfollah were employed together in the family ice cream shop from Tampa.

No charges have been filed regarding Sayfollah's death.

"We expect United States leadership to ensure our family's safety," the uncle stated.