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Zaher Ibrahim

A American-Palestinian adolescent having endured a nine-month period in Israeli detention without being charged has been freed.

The teenager Mohammed Ibrahim had just turned 15 at the time of his arrest last February in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, where he was visiting on holiday from Florida for allegedly throwing stones at Jewish settlers, which he previously denied.

The US state department said it welcomed the news of Mohammed's release.

Mohammed, now 16, was taken to hospital for treatment immediately after release, family members reported.

Family described him as visibly pale and thin, and is suffering from conditions acquired while detained.

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

The uncle, Zeyad Kadur described how relatives endured "living a horrific and endless nightmare" during the entire detention period.

"Currently, we are focused on ensuring Mohammed receives the immediate medical attention necessary for his recovery after being subjected to mistreatment by authorities and inhumane conditions over several months."

American authorities announced ongoing to provide consular support for the Ibrahim family.

{"US government authorities considers paramount than the safety and security for United States citizens"," the department emphasized.

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

Mr Ibrahim, parent of four children managing a frozen treats business from Florida, previously said Mohammed acknowledged allegations about rock throwing due to physical abuse.

He had not seen or communicated with his son since February, receiving updates exclusively what had happened to him via legal paperwork.

The teenager remained absent formal charges in Ofer prison in the West Bank.

The facility also contains mature inmates, some of whom have been convicted of serious terrorism offences including killings.

Approximately 350 Palestinian child security detainees being held in Israeli jails, according to the Israeli Prison Service.

Numerous remain uncharged while advocacy organizations, including UN bodies, document cases involving mistreatment and torture.

Subsequent to his liberation, Mr Kadur said the family would also continue fighting seeking justice for their relative Sayfollah Musallet.

The 20-year-old dual US citizen according to health authorities died from beating by Israeli settlers amid clashes in July.

During that period, defense forces stated they were examining information regarding a civilian was deceased.

Both young men were employed together within the family's frozen treats establishment in Tampa, Florida.

No one has been charged regarding Sayfollah's death.

"We expect US authorities to safeguard our relatives," Mr Kadur said.