An Israeli military court is set to consider the fate of 16-year-old Mohammed Ibrahim, a U.S. teen charged with stone-throwing in the occupied West Bank. Mohammed, who was arrested last February after being spotted throwing stones near a road, faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
Mohammed’s family has been in constant communication with Israeli officials and his lawyer, but he has been denied visits and phone calls while in prison. His father, Zaher Ibrahim, says the court process is slow and confusing, with many hearings adjourned without a plea bargain or trial date.
Israeli law classifies stone-throwing as a serious offense, punishable by up to 20 years in prison, and Mohammed’s case falls under special West Bank security provisions. He has been suffering from scabies and weight loss while in prison, according to his family and U.S. consular officials.
U.S. lawmakers have called on the government to engage with Israel to secure Mohammed’s release, citing concerns about his deteriorating health and signs of torture. The Israeli military disputes these claims, saying that defendants are represented by lawyers and evidence is made available to them.
Mohammed’s family remains hopeful that he will be released or enter a plea bargain at the upcoming hearing, but they face uncertainty and worry about their son’s future.
Source: https://www.npr.org/2025/11/08/nx-s1-5594827/israeli-military-court-florida-teen-mohammed-ibrahim