# Israel Blocks Red Cross Access to Palestinian Prisoners Despite Court Ruling
Israel is blocking the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) from accessing Palestinian prisoners, according to reports, despite a high court ruling issued last month that overturned a previous ban. The ban on Red Cross access was originally imposed following the 7 October attacks.
The court's decision to overturn the restriction has not resulted in the restoration of ICRC access to detainees. Palestinian family members and supporters have been protesting the situation, demonstrating their concern over the inability of the international humanitarian organization to monitor conditions and treatment of imprisoned Palestinians.
The blocking of Red Cross access represents a continued restriction on independent oversight of Palestinian detainees, even after judicial intervention. The ICRC typically plays a role in monitoring prisoner treatment and conditions across conflict zones as part of its humanitarian mandate.
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