Palestinian Prisoner's Society

The Palestinian Prisoner's Society (PPS) is a Palestinian non-governmental organization that advocates for the rights and well-being of Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli prisons. It provides legal aid, monitors prison conditions, and raises awareness about the issues faced by Palestinian detainees. The PPS is newsworthy due to recent Israeli military operations in the West Bank, including mass arrests, leading to an increased number of Palestinian prisoners. The organization has expressed "grave concerns" regarding the safety of prominent prisoner Marwan Barghouti, alleging new abuse in Israeli prisons following an "intimidating" call to his family. This concern, coupled with the broader context of escalating Israeli raids and detentions, highlights the PPS's current relevance in monitoring and reporting on the treatment of Palestinian prisoners and advocating for their rights amid heightened tensions.