On Monday, Israel released Mohammed Abu Salmiya, the director of Gaza's largest hospital, Al-Shifa, who claimed he was tortured during his seven-month detention.

His release sparked criticism from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who called it a 'serious mistake' and ordered an investigation by the Shin Bet intelligence agency.

The release decision was made to free up space in detention centers.

Netanyahu and other officials, including National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, condemned the decision as a security threat and moral failure.

Abu Salmiya and other detainees were subjected to severe torture, while Hamas denied that hospitals were used for military operations.