Extended house arrest for Israeli soldiers accused of sexually abusing Palestinian prisoner

Israel's military court has extended the house arrest of soldiers accused of sexually abusing a Palestinian detainee at Sde Taiman detention facility in southern Israel.

The house arrest is prolonged until 4 September, but during a hearing on Sunday, the defence is permitted to request an alternative detention, including “a place of work and suitable supervisors".

The UN special rapporteur on torture has said the alleged sexual abuse case is "particularly gruesome" and called on Israel's civilian courts to investigate and hold the soldiers accountable.

Since 7 October, the UN has received multiple reports of torture and sexual abuse against Palestinians.