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Zaher Ibrahim

A Palestinian-American teenager after completing a nine-month period in imprisonment by Israel absent formal charges was released.

The teenager Mohammed Ibrahim had just turned 15 at the time of his arrest this past winter within the occupied West Bank, while he was vacationing on holiday from Florida for allegedly throwing stones at Jewish settlers, allegations he repeatedly contested.

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

Now sixteen years old, needed medical care for treatment immediately after release, relatives told the media.

Family described him as visibly pale and thin, and is suffering from conditions developed during imprisonment.

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

Zeyad Kadur said the family had been "surviving a terrible, unending nightmare" over the last nine months.

"Currently, our priority is getting Mohammed prompt healthcare he needs after being subjected to harsh conditions and inhumane conditions over several months."

US officials said it would continue to extend consular services to the teenager's relatives.

{"US government authorities has no higher priority to ensuring the safety for United States citizens"," officials stated.

Several congressional representatives endorsed a document to diplomatic officials and President Donald Trump, demanding more be done for his freedom.

Mr Ibrahim, parent of four children operating an ice cream shop in Florida, previously said Mohammed acknowledged allegations about rock throwing because the soldiers beat him.

He had not seen nor direct contact following the detention, and only heard what had happened to him in detention through court documents.

The teenager remained without charge in Ofer prison in the West Bank.

Additionally housing adult prisoners, including individuals found guilty of serious terrorism offences and homicide.

Approximately 350 Palestinian child security detainees currently imprisoned in Israel, according to the Israeli Prison Service.

Many have never been charged along with monitoring agencies, as well as the United Nations, report instances of physical abuse and torture.

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

The dual national youth per medical officials died from beating by radical settlers during a confrontation in July.

Initially, the Israeli military said officials were investigating information regarding a civilian had been killed.

The two cousins had worked together at their family's ice cream business in Tampa, Florida.

No charges have been filed with Sayfollah's killing.

"We anticipate United States leadership to ensure our family's safety," Mr Kadur said.