Mahmoud Khalil, a detained Columbia University graduate and former British government employee, faces deportation claims by the Trump administration, alleging he poses a risk to US foreign policy. Arrested on March 9, Khalil's wife, Noor Abdalla, highlighted the trauma of his detention, emphasizing his advocacy for his people's rights. Despite being a prominent protester and legal resident, claims about his association with Hamas remain unsubstantiated. His former British colleagues describe him positively, arguing that his arrest reflects a political targeting rather than legitimate legal concerns.
His disappearance has devastated our lives. Khalil, a Palestinian born in Syria, had become a prominent face in protests on the Columbia campus over the last year.
The White House has not specified publicly or in court that Khalil has committed any crime, or how this invalidates his status as a US legal permanent resident.
This is a naked example of the US administration arresting someone for their political opinions.
Andrew Waller, a former British diplomat, described Khalil as a thoughtful individual and a highly valued colleague during his government service.
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