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Zaher Ibrahim

A American-Palestinian adolescent after completing a nine-month period in Israeli detention without charge has been freed.

The teenager Mohammed Ibrahim had just turned 15 during his detention last February in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, while he was vacationing on holiday from Florida under suspicion of rock throwing toward Israeli settlers, claims he consistently denied.

United States authorities applauded the news of Mohammed's release.

Currently aged sixteen, needed medical care upon gaining freedom, relatives told the media.

Family described him as showing signs of malnutrition, while battling health issues contracted in captivity.

In a statement, Mohammed's uncle spoke of the family's "immense relief".

Family member Zeyad Kadur described how relatives endured "living a horrific and endless nightmare" over the last nine months.

"At this moment, we are focused on ensuring Mohammed receives prompt healthcare necessary for his recovery following exposure to Israel's abuse and inhumane conditions over several months."

US officials stated they would maintain to extend consular services to Mohammed's family.

{"The Trump Administration gives utmost importance than the safety and security of American nationals"," the department emphasized.

A group of American legislators submitted a formal letter to US authorities and the administration, urging greater action for his freedom.

The father, parent of four children operating an ice cream shop in Florida, had earlier stated his child admitted guilt about rock throwing after being assaulted by soldiers.

The father hadn't visited or communicated with his son following the detention, learning information solely regarding the treatment in detention through court documents.

He stayed lacking indictment within Ofer penitentiary throughout the occupied territory.

Additionally housing adult prisoners, some of whom have been convicted for major terrorist activities including killings.

Approximately 350 Palestinian minors in security custody being held in Israeli jails, based on prison authority data.

Several lack formal charges while advocacy organizations, and international organizations, say some have suffered mistreatment and torture.

Following Mohammed's release, Mr Kadur said the family would also continue fighting demanding accountability for their family member Sayfollah Musallet.

This young American-Palestinian who the Palestinian health ministry said was beaten to death by settlement residents during a confrontation during summer.

During that period, defense forces stated authorities were looking into accounts of a Palestinian had died.

Both young men collaborated at their family's ice cream business from Tampa.

No one has been charged for the cousin's murder.

"We anticipate US authorities to protect our families," family representatives emphasized.