RAMALLAH, Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (WAFA) — The Commission for Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs said today that living and humanitarian conditions for Palestinian prisoners from the Gaza Strip in Janot prison continue to deteriorate severely amid ongoing punitive measures, restrictions and deprivation of basic necessities guaranteed under international law and conventions.

In a report issued today, the commission said that, after managing to visit a number of prisoners and hear their testimonies, prison authorities allow the washing machine to be used only once every 12 to 14 days. Underwear and outer clothing are also often not replaced, further worsening the prisoners' suffering.

The commission said prisoners are subjected to continued beatings and repression, while adequate healthcare and basic personal necessities are not provided.

It said severe overcrowding persists, with some rooms housing 12 prisoners but containing only 10 beds, forcing two prisoners to sleep on the floor.

Prison authorities also continue to impose punitive measures, including forcing prisoners to sleep on their stomachs and removing their mattresses following the morning headcount until the evening headcount, according to the report.

The commission added that the prison sections lack basic necessities, including razors and nail clippers, which are shared among the prisoners.

The Commission for Detainees and Ex-Detainees Affairs renewed its call on international and humanitarian institutions, particularly the International Committee of the Red Cross, to assume their legal and humanitarian responsibilities and take urgent action to halt the ongoing violations against Palestinian prisoners and ensure the minimum rights guaranteed to them under international laws and conventions.

K.T