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The Guardian - US
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Robert Tait in Washington

US investigation of IDF unit over alleged abuse against Palestinians could jeopardize aid

people wearing green gather in line behind fence
Israeli soldiers gather at the gate to Sde Teiman, on 29 July 2024. Photograph: Tsafrir Abayov/AP

An Israeli military unit that has been accused of human rights abuses against Palestinian detainees is reportedly under investigation by the US state department in a move that could lead to it being barred from receiving assistance.

The inquiry into the activities of Force 100 was instigated following a spate of allegations that Palestinians held under its guard at a detention centre have been subject to torture and brutal mistreatment, including sexual assault, Axios reported on Monday.

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