Fatah, led by Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, fired back at Hamas and other factions on Friday, defending the appointment of Mohammed Mustafa as prime minister amidst ongoing conflict with Israel in Gaza, as per AFP reports.
Mustafa, a trusted economic adviser, was appointed on Thursday, tasked with forming a new government. However, dissenting factions criticized the move, citing concerns of deepening divisions without national consensus.
Fatah, in response, accused Hamas of triggering conflict with Israel and worsening the situation in Gaza. The tension between the factions reflects a broader disconnect between the Palestinian Authority and the people's aspirations.
The criticism comes amid reports of dire conditions inside Gaza's military camps, where detainees are allegedly held in inhumane conditions, including open-air cages and deprivation of basic necessities like medical care.
According to reports, over 1,000 people are detained in these camps, while another 600 from Gaza are held in Israeli prisons. Concerns over human rights violations have prompted activists to raise alarms before the UN, highlighting the need for humane treatment of all detainees, regardless of affiliation.
Tal Steiner, from the Public Committee Against Torture in Israel, emphasized the urgency of addressing the crisis, stressing the importance of upholding human rights standards even in times of conflict.
As tensions escalate, the focus shifts towards ensuring the humane treatment of detainees and addressing the root causes of division within Palestinian factions, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for all involved parties.
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