A British university research fellow is believed to be on hunger strike in an Israeli jail.
Josie Sandercock is thought to have been taking part in a peace protest at a Palestinian refugee camp. The University of Birmingham says it is investigating the claims.
Ms Sandercock, from Bearwood, West Midlands, works in the university's public health and epidemiology department. She reportedly told friends she is being held without charge at a prison near Tel Aviv after being detained at the weekend.
A university spokesman said: "Naturally, we are concerned to hear of Josie's situation and we are seeking further information as to the exact circumstances."
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