I got ARRESTED by the IDF in Palestine! (FULL STORY)
By WAYOFLIFESQ
Key Concepts:
- IDF (Israel Defense Forces) arrest and detention
- Treatment of Palestinians under Israeli occupation
- Human rights violations
- Religious persecution (Muslims at Al-Aqsa)
- Physical and psychological abuse
- Lack of due process
- Solidarity with Palestinians
- Call for awareness and support
- Importance of faith in adversity
Arrest and Detention by the IDF
The speaker recounts his experience of being arrested by the IDF in Palestine. He traveled to Palestine to assist in rebuilding a hospital in Gaza, adopt orphans, and support widows. He states that the IDF monitored his movements and had him banned from TikTok for helping orphans.
- Initial Encounter: While traveling from Hebron to Al-Aqsa, he was stopped by IDF forces and denied entry to Al-Aqsa as a Muslim American.
- Assault and Detention: He was immediately assaulted and detained, citing physical abuse and harassment for being pro-Palestinian.
- Confiscation of Belongings: The IDF confiscated his phone, passport, and money, informing him of his arrest.
- Denial of Rights: His requests to speak with a US consulate or receive legal representation were denied. He was told to be silent.
Abuse and Humiliation
The speaker details the abuse and humiliation he endured while in IDF custody.
- Paraded in Jerusalem: The IDF paraded him through the Jewish part of Jerusalem, where he was filmed and mocked by hundreds of Jews.
- Strip Search: He was taken to a breakroom with over 60 IDF officers. Two soldiers forced him into a bathroom and demanded he strip naked. When he refused, a third soldier pointed a gun at him, forcing him to strip to his boxers. The soldiers took videos and laughed at him.
- Physical Assault: After the strip search, he asked the commanding officer what would happen next. The officer grabbed him by the neck, threw him to the ground, and said, "This is Israel, we do what we want over here."
- Medical Neglect: Despite needing medical attention for a kidney infection, his requests were denied. He was also denied bathroom access.
- Continued Denial of Rights: He repeatedly asked for the US consulate, a lawyer, or a phone call, but was told to "shut up."
Faith and Resilience
Despite the ordeal, the speaker found strength in his faith.
- Turning to Allah: Realizing he could not rely on external help, he turned to Allah, reciting the dua of Nabi Yunus in the triple darkness.
- Recitation of Quran: He recited Quran and made duas, which he believed scared the IDF soldiers and burned the jinn possessing them.
- Breaking Fast with Grass: He was provided with nothing to break his fast, so he ate a piece of grass, reminding him of Palestinians who have to make food from grass.
Legal Processing and Release
The speaker describes the legal processing he underwent.
- Investigating Officer: He was brought to an investigating officer and forced to sign legal documents written in Hebrew, without being allowed to read or receive copies.
- Fingerprinting: He was fingerprinted and processed into the Israeli criminal system.
- Release: After the ordeal, he was given back his passport and some belongings and told to leave Al-Aqsa immediately. His phones were not returned.
Call to Action and Solidarity
The speaker emphasizes that his story is not about him but about the plight of Palestinians.
- Voice for the Voiceless: He wants to be the voice for Palestinians who face similar treatment daily and have no hope. He specifically mentions a Palestinian man he heard being tortured next door.
- Fundraising and Awareness: He is raising money to help orphans and widows in Palestine and urges viewers to share his story to raise awareness.
- Donations and Dua: He asks viewers to donate to the cause and make dua for the Palestinians.
- Ummah's Responsibility: He stresses that Palestinians need the support of the Ummah and that viewers must not forget them.
Notable Quotes:
- "This is Israel, we do what we want over here." - IDF Commanding Officer
- "...the angels had taken up his dua and said that we know this voice but it comes from an unfamiliar place..."
- "...I was able to live like a Palestinian for just a few seconds."
Technical Terms and Concepts:
- IDF: Israel Defense Forces
- Al-Aqsa: A holy site in Jerusalem for Muslims
- Dua: A prayer of supplication in Islam
- Nabi Yunus: The Prophet Jonah in Islam
- Ayati: Verses from the Quran
- Quran: The holy book of Islam
- Jin: Supernatural creatures in Islamic mythology
- Shaytan: Satan or devils in Islam
- Ummah: The worldwide community of Muslims
Synthesis/Conclusion:
The speaker's account details his arrest and mistreatment by the IDF in Palestine, highlighting the human rights abuses faced by Palestinians under Israeli occupation. He emphasizes the importance of faith, resilience, and solidarity, urging viewers to support Palestinians through donations, awareness, and prayer. The video serves as a call to action to address the injustices faced by Palestinians and to be a voice for the voiceless.
Chat with this Video
AI-PoweredHi! I can answer questions about this video "I got ARRESTED by the IDF in Palestine! (FULL STORY)". What would you like to know?