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Zaher Ibrahim

A Palestinian-American youth after completing a nine-month period in Israel's custody without charge has been freed.

Mohammed Ibrahim was fifteen years old during his detention last February within the occupied West Bank, during a family visit from his Florida home for allegedly throwing stones at Jewish settlers, claims he consistently denied.

The US state department said it welcomed the teenager's freedom.

Currently aged sixteen, was taken to hospital upon gaining freedom, according to close relatives.

They said he is visibly pale and thin, and is suffering from conditions contracted in captivity.

In a statement, the youth's uncle conveyed their "immense relief".

The uncle, Zeyad Kadur stated the family experienced "surviving a terrible, unending nightmare" throughout the past nine months.

"Currently, we are focused on ensuring Mohammed receives prompt healthcare he needs after experiencing Israel's abuse and brutal treatment throughout his detention."

The state department announced ongoing to provide consular support for the Ibrahim family.

{"US government authorities gives utmost importance to the protection and welfare of US citizens"," officials stated.

A group of American legislators submitted a formal letter to diplomatic officials and the White House, demanding more be done to secure his release.

Mr Ibrahim, with four children managing a frozen treats business based in Tampa, had earlier stated his child admitted guilt about rock throwing after being assaulted by soldiers.

He had not seen nor direct contact since the arrest, learning information solely about his son's condition through judicial records.

Mohammed was held without charge at Ofer detention facility on the West Bank.

It is also home to adult prisoners, including individuals found guilty for major terrorist activities and homicide.

There are around several hundred young Palestinian detainees being held in Israeli jails, according to the Israeli Prison Service.

Many have never been charged along with monitoring agencies, as well as the United Nations, say some have suffered mistreatment and torture.

Subsequent to his liberation, the uncle stated the family would also continue fighting for justice for his cousin family member Sayfollah.

The 20-year-old dual US citizen per medical officials died from beating by Israeli settlers during a confrontation during summer.

During that period, defense forces stated they were examining information regarding a civilian had been killed.

Mohammed and Sayfollah collaborated within the family's frozen treats establishment in Tampa, Florida.

No indictments occurred with Sayfollah's killing.

"We demand United States leadership to protect our families," the uncle stated.