The arrest of Ali Abunimah, founder of Electronic Intifada, in Zurich has drawn widespread condemnation from UN human rights experts and activists. Authorities cited immigration law violations for his arrest. Irene Khan, the UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, described the situation as "shocking," calling for Switzerland to thoroughly investigate the case. Concerns over declining freedom of speech in Europe were echoed by Francesca Albanese. A petition was launched by the Swiss Action for Human Rights, highlighting collective advocacy for Abunimah's release amid these escalating tensions.
Ali Abunimah, the executive director of Electronic Intifada, was arrested in Zurich prior to a scheduled speech, igniting significant concern about freedom of speech.
Irene Khan, UN Special Rapporteur, expressed that Abunimah's arrest is shocking and urged Switzerland to investigate the circumstances surrounding his detention.
Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on human rights, warned that the freedom of speech climate in Europe is deteriorating, adding urgency to calls for Abunimah's release.
Swiss Action for Human Rights initiated a petition advocating for Abunimah's release, illustrating the international and domestic outcry regarding his arrest.
Collection
[
|
...
]