Israel using US-made electroshock weapons on Palestinian detainees | First Thing
An investigation has revealed that Israel is using US-made electroshock weapons on Palestinian detainees.
According to The Guardian, an investigation has revealed that Israel is using US-made electroshock weapons on Palestinian detainees.
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