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Zaher Ibrahim

An American-Palestinian adolescent after completing 270 days in Israel's custody absent formal charges has been freed.

Mohammed Ibrahim was 15 during his detention in February within the occupied West Bank, where he was visiting from his Florida home under suspicion of rock throwing toward Israeli settlers, allegations he repeatedly contested.

The US state department applauded the news of Mohammed's release.

Mohammed, now 16, was taken to hospital for treatment immediately after release, relatives told the media.

Family described him as showing signs of malnutrition, and is suffering from conditions contracted in captivity.

Through an official statement, Mohammed's uncle expressed the family's "tremendous relief".

Family member Zeyad Kadur stated the family experienced "surviving a terrible, unending nightmare" over the last nine months.

"At this moment, we are focused on getting Mohammed prompt healthcare necessary for his recovery after experiencing harsh conditions and cruel circumstances for months."

American authorities said it would continue to extend consular services for the Ibrahim family.

{"The Trump Administration gives utmost importance than the safety and security of US citizens"," officials stated.

Several congressional representatives endorsed a document to US authorities and President Donald Trump, requesting additional efforts to secure his release.

The father, with four children who runs an ice cream business in Florida, previously said his son only confessed to throwing stones after being assaulted by soldiers.

The father hadn't visited or communicated with his son since February, receiving updates exclusively about his son's condition through judicial records.

The teenager remained lacking indictment within Ofer penitentiary in the West Bank.

Additionally housing adult prisoners, some of whom have been convicted of serious terrorism offences and homicide.

Approximately 350 Palestinian minors in security custody detained within Israeli facilities, per correctional service statistics.

Many have never been charged along with monitoring agencies, and international organizations, say some have suffered abuse and torture.

After the teenager's freedom, Mr Kadur said the family would also continue fighting for justice for his cousin Sayfollah Musallet.

This young American-Palestinian who the Palestinian health ministry said died from beating by settlement residents following tensions in July.

During that period, military authorities reported they were examining information regarding a civilian had been killed.

Both young men collaborated within the family's frozen treats establishment based in Florida.

No one has been charged regarding Sayfollah's death.

"We anticipate the American government to ensure our family's safety," the uncle stated.