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Zaher Ibrahim

A American-Palestinian adolescent who spent a nine-month period in imprisonment by Israel without being charged gained freedom.

The teenager Mohammed Ibrahim was fifteen years old during his detention last February throughout the West Bank territory, where he was visiting from his Florida home accused of stone-throwing at Jewish settlers, which he previously denied.

United States authorities applauded the news of Mohammed's release.

Now sixteen years old, was taken to hospital for treatment immediately after release, relatives told the media.

Family described him as pale, underweight, and experiencing medical problems acquired while detained.

Via family representatives, Mohammed's uncle spoke of the family's "immense relief".

Zeyad Kadur described how relatives endured "enduring a dreadful, continuous nightmare" during the entire detention period.

"Right now, we're concentrating on ensuring Mohammed receives prompt healthcare necessary for his recovery following exposure to harsh conditions and inhumane conditions over several months."

The state department announced ongoing to offer diplomatic assistance to the teenager's relatives.

{"US government authorities has no higher priority than the safety and security of US citizens"," it added.

Twenty-seven US lawmakers submitted a formal letter to US authorities and the White House, requesting additional efforts for his freedom.

Mr Ibrahim, parent of four children managing a frozen treats business based in Tampa, previously said Mohammed acknowledged allegations to throwing stones because the soldiers beat him.

The father hadn't visited or spoken to Mohammed following the detention, receiving updates exclusively regarding the treatment through judicial records.

Mohammed was held without charge in Ofer prison throughout the occupied territory.

The facility also contains mature inmates, including individuals found guilty of serious terrorism offences including killings.

Approximately several hundred young Palestinian detainees currently imprisoned in Israel, per correctional service statistics.

Several lack formal charges while advocacy organizations, and international organizations, report instances of physical abuse and torture.

Following Mohammed's release, Mr Kadur said relatives would persist in advocating for justice for his cousin family member Sayfollah.

The 20-year-old dual US citizen per medical officials died from beating by radical settlers during a confrontation last July.

Initially, military authorities reported authorities were looking into information regarding a civilian was deceased.

Both young men collaborated at their family's ice cream business from Tampa.

No charges have been filed with Sayfollah's killing.

"We anticipate the American government to ensure our family's safety," family representatives emphasized.