Israeli prison service

Ben-Gvir denies claim Marwan Barghouti beaten in prison, but 'proud' of worsening conditions

Qatari outlet Al-Araby TV reported, citing a Palestinian source, that Barghouti was "beaten and assaulted" as he was being transferred between Israeli security prisons.

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Jailed Fatah leader Marwan Barghouti gestures before the start of a deliberation at Jerusalem Magistrate's court, January 25, 2012
The Defense Ministry's new rail-mounted robot designed to secure sensitive sites, including prisons, military bases, and border facilities, September 11, 2025.

Israel unveils rail-mounted robot to guard borders, bases, and prisons

Defense officials described the project as a breakthrough in Israel’s efforts to protect against both external and internal threats.

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir seen after a visit at the Temple Mount in Jerusalem Old City, during the Tisha B’Av, August 3, 2025.

Ben-Gvir hangs images of ruined Gaza in jails to intimidate Palestinian prisoners, Barghouti claims

“This is what they have to see in the morning when they go out for their yard hour. One of them, I think here (pointing), that’s his house," the minister said.

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View of the Gilboa Prison December 5, 2022.

NSC pushes to ban detained terrorists from receiving medical treatment at public hospitals

The Chair of the National Security Council, Zvika Fogel, raised a plan to stop detained terrorists from being treated in public hospitals. "We are not going to reward terrorists," he said.

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'We won't forget nor forgive': Israel releases 369 prisoners wearing sweatshirt with message

One of the security prisoners released is Mazen al-Qadi, who was convicted of being involved in a 2002 terror attack in Tel Aviv during the Second Intifada.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF, REUTERS
Security prisoners released on Saturday 15 February 2025 in exchange for three hostages abducted by Hamas.

Israel prepares for prisoner exchange as IDF, IPS conclude plans

Most of the prisoners on the list are women, and only one prisoner on the list under the age of 18 at the time of their arrest was convicted of murder.

JANUARY 19, 2025ByJOANIE MARGULIES
Red Cross vehicle is seen near the Ofer Prison, near Jerusalem, January 19, 2025

Suspects in flare incident say they were jailed next to Nukhbas, being held as example

"The firing of rescue flares next to the home of the prime minister was a foolish act and wrong, but not an act of terror."

DECEMBER 18, 2024ByEVE YOUNG
Behind the private residence of Benjamin Netanyahu in Caesarea calling for the resignation of the government.

'Resign immediately': Anti-Corruption Movement sends letter to IPS Chief Kobi Yaakobi

The letter emphasizes that if he does not resign himself, "It will be necessary to initiate legal proceedings for your suspension."

DECEMBER 3, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Kobi Yaakobi.

Sexual violence in Israeli jails: 38% of female guards assaulted by security prisoners

State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman said such orders were in stark contrast with the female soldiers' protection report published in November 2022. 

APRIL 2, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
GILBOA PRISON, in northern Israel near the West Bank.

Food, watches, and more: What Israel's prisoners demand for Ramadan

Ktzi'ot Prison detainees asked for 24/7 warm water, food, blankets, and watches to monitor Ramadan fasting times; the Israel Prison Service will address the requests in court.

MARCH 13, 2024BySHLOMI HELLER
Requesting Qurans, food at a "reasonable level," and 24-hour access to warm water.

Prison guard could face criminal charges for abuse accusation due to 'selective enforcement'

A memorandum written by the prison warden could have Moshe Toito charged as a criminal.

JANUARY 12, 2024ByYOAV ETIEL, ELI ASHKENAZI
Prison worker Moishe Toito

Israel's criminals persist, even in war: Prison drama unfolds

Ohalei Keidar Detention Center activates state of emergency following arson incident involving crime organization leader

NOVEMBER 21, 2023ByMAARIV
Amos Lavi

Security prisoners enjoy too many privileges - former Prison Service official

Balancing security concerns with family ties, the Israeli legal system grapples with the intricate dynamics within prisons.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023ByWALLA!

Israeli prison guard was sexually assaulted by jailed terrorist, lawyer says

Contrary to earlier reports, the guard's lawyer said that the terrorist had threatened to "hurt her and her family, and to ruin her life."

OCTOBER 1, 2023ByMICHAEL STARR
A guard opens a door inside a prison that holds foreign prisoners, suspected of being part of the Islamic State, in Hasaka, Syria, January 7, 2020.

Israeli prison guards had 'intimate relations' with jailed terrorist

National Security Minister Ben-Gvir ended female service at Israeli security prisons after reports of 'intimate relations' with terrorists broke.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
View of the Gilboa Prison December 5, 2022.