A Gay Palestinian Fled to Israel’s “Safe Haven.” Israel Tried to Exploit Him for Intelligence.

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In March 2024, a gay Palestinian man named Kareem fled the West Bank for Israel seeking asylum due to familial threats, believing Israel offered a safe haven. However, Israeli authorities at a processing facility allegedly pressured Kareem for intelligence on West Bank contacts in exchange for a smoother permit process, highlighting the precarious situation of Palestinian asylum-seekers.

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Israel bills itself as a haven for LGBTQ+ rights. Its bureaucratic system can further endanger queer Palestinian asylum-seekers.

A Gay Palestinian Fled to Israel’s “Safe Haven.” Israel Tried to Exploit Him for Intelligence.

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