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The Day · Monday 8 December 2025

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Palestinian Rights Group Accuses Israel of Plotting to Assassinate Jailed Leader Barghouti

A Palestinian rights group has issued a warning claiming that Israel is plotting to assassinate jailed Palestinian leader Barghouti. The statement accuses Israeli authorities of targeting resistance figures held in its prisons. The allegations heighten concerns about the safety of Palestinians in Israeli detention, especially prominent leaders such as Barghouti, who have long symbolized steadfastness under occupation.

BETHLEHEM, WEST BANK – DECEMBER 24: A Palestinian man pass the graffiti showing Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian imprisoned politician on December 24, 2023 in Bethlehem, West Bank. Last month, Christian Palestinian leaders here called off public Christmas celebrations, citing the effects of the ongoing war in Gaza. Regarded by Christians as the birthplace of Jesus, Bethlehem is usually bustling with foreign tourists this time of year, with streets full of holiday decoration and vendors selling ornaments and festive figurines. Israel’s war against Hamas that was sparked by the Oct. 7 attacks has also made life more volatile in the West Bank. Israeli forces here have stepped up raids on alleged militants, police have clashed with protesters, and there has been a rise in violent attacks on Palestinians by Israeli settlers. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)

A Palestinian rights group has sounded the alarm, warning that Israel is plotting to assassinate jailed Palestinian leader Barghouti. According to the group, this alleged plan marks a dangerous escalation in Israel’s ongoing campaign against high-profile Palestinian resistance figures held in its custody.

The statement from the rights group comes amid rising tensions inside Israeli prisons, where numerous Palestinian detainees, including prominent leaders, continue to endure harsh and inhumane conditions. The group emphasized that Barghouti, in particular, has long represented a symbol of resistance and steadfastness, making him a focal point of Israeli punitive measures.

The group did not release further details but stressed that the threat against Barghouti’s life is serious and warrants immediate attention from international human rights organizations. It urged global bodies to intervene and hold Israel accountable for what it described as a deliberate policy of aggression against Palestinian prisoners.

From its side, the rights group framed the warning as part of a broader pattern of targeted policies employed by Israeli authorities to eliminate leaders of the Palestinian resistance. They cautioned that such a development signifies not only an attempt to suppress political opposition but also a grave violation of human rights standards within the prison system.

In addition, the group called upon Palestinian factions to unify efforts in raising awareness about Barghouti’s current situation, pointing out that his symbolic stature has long been a source of unity and resilience among the Palestinian population. The attempted targeting, if confirmed, could have far-reaching consequences for Palestinian morale and unity inside and outside prison walls.

The group further warned that any Israeli action aimed at harming Barghouti would be considered an act of aggression, intended to demoralize the spirit of resistance and undermine efforts toward justice and self-determination. It insisted that the international community has a responsibility to act swiftly to prevent such outcomes.

Meanwhile, the warning has sparked concern among advocates and observers monitoring the conditions of Palestinian prisoners. Calls are growing for increased scrutiny of Israeli actions, particularly in light of the threats facing high-profile detainees such as Barghouti.

As the situation continues to develop, the rights group reiterated its commitment to defending the rights of all Palestinian prisoners and to exposing any plans that endanger their lives. It underscored that safeguarding Barghouti’s well-being is not only a legal and humanitarian concern but also a matter of protecting the symbols of Palestinian resistance.

The allegation against Israel has yet to be independently verified, but the tone of urgency and alarm in the group’s statement signals intensifying fears for Barghouti’s safety. The Palestinian rights group concluded by warning that any harm to Barghouti would further escalate tensions and deepen the crisis surrounding the Palestinian prisoners’ struggle.

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