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Palestinian Prisoner Ends Hunger Strike, 5 Others Continue Protest Against Detention Without Charge

HeadlineNov 12, 2021

Solidarity rallies have been held across the occupied West Bank and Gaza to show support for five hunger-striking Palestinians who have been imprisoned by Israel without charge under so-called administrative detention. One of the Palestinians has not eaten for 120 days and is reportedly in severe condition. A sixth prisoner ended his 113-day hunger strike on Thursday after Israel agreed to release him within three months.

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