Published in 2009 by Defence for Children International – Palestine Section, this report documents the treatment of Palestinian children arrested and prosecuted by Israeli authorities in the occupied West Bank.

Based on sworn affidavits from children, the report describes night-time arrests, the use of blindfolds and restraints, physical and psychological abuse during interrogation, coerced confessions, denial of access to lawyers and parents, and trial before military courts. It concludes that ill-treatment and torture of Palestinian children are systematic and institutionalised, in violation of international law, and makes recommendations for their protection.