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Court Rules: Palestinian Authority Must Compensate Trio Who Prevented Terrorism Against Israel

Each of the three individuals, who were imprisoned and mistreated by the Palestinian Authority (PA) after aiding Israeli security forces, is to receive approximately one million shekels in compensation for the severe abuse they endured, as decreed by the Jerusalem District Court.

Palestinian Authority militants (photo: Wisam Hashlamoun/Flash90)

According to Jerusalem Post, the PA has been ordered to pay a total of NIS 3 million to the trio, who played a crucial role in thwarting terrorist attacks against Israelis.

According to the court rulings, the three men were imprisoned by the PA following their cooperation with Israeli authorities and suffered significant abuse while in custody, including beatings with rifles, electric cables, and sticks.

Judge Miriam Ilani of the Jerusalem District Court issued several rulings earlier this month, mandating substantial compensation for the trio. Each individual is entitled to about one million shekels for the severe mistreatment they endured during their imprisonment, which lasted over four years and took place in the PA's basements.

One of the verdicts detailed the extreme torture and abuse faced by the plaintiff. He described being beaten extensively with rifles, electric cables, and batons, subjected to the “Al Shabach” method of hanging, deprived of sleep and bathroom access, forced to stay outside naked at night, and doused with cold water.

Another ruling highlighted additional forms of abuse, including sleep deprivation, broken teeth, denial of bathroom access, forced consumption of soap, and threats against his family. Experts assessing the victims noted that they suffer from severe depression and difficulty in social interactions.

In 2021, the High Court of Justice affirmed that Israeli courts could adjudicate claims for compensation by Palestinian collaborators who helped prevent terrorist attacks, based on public policy considerations—a legal principle allowing the court to address issues not explicitly covered by law.

The ruling emphasized that cooperation with Israel should not be deemed treasonous, especially when such actions aim to prevent terrorism against Israel and its citizens. It also clarified that while the PA has the right to safeguard its own security, it must do so in a manner that does not compromise Israeli security interests.

Attorneys Barak Kedem and Aryeh Arbus, who represent the collaborators, stated, "The events of October 7 underscored our moral obligation to those who assist us in combating terrorism. The court’s decision to mandate compensation from the PA recognizes their significant contribution and distinguishes between enemies and allies."

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