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The illegal possession of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and a legitimate US permanent resident, sent shock waves throughout the nation. His arrest and detention are a marked reminder of the erosion of civil freedoms and targeting of political activists in the United States.
On March 8, federal immigration agents arrested Mahmoud without notice, citing statements not proven that they have represented a threat to national security. Although he was a legitimate permanent resident, Mahmoud has been arrested and held incommunicado for over 24 hours, arousing widespread indignation and concern.
Mahmoud’s possession is not an isolated accident. It is part of a larger model of repression and intimidation aimed at silence the dissenting voices and punish political activism. The announcement of the Trump administration which provides for revoking visas and deporting students affiliated to pro-Palestine protests is a chilling example of this trend.
The implications of Mahmoud’s detention are of large -reaching. It establishes a disturbing precedent that puts all individuals of detention and arbitrary deportation at risk, regardless of their immigration status or political beliefs. The normalization of these tactics undermines the tissue of our democracy and the principles of justice and equality that we keep.
Since we ask for justice for Mahmoud, we must also recognize that his case is not unique. Countless individuals, in particular of marginalized communities, had to face similar injustices and violations of human rights. The struggle for justice and human rights is not limited to the case of Mahmoud; It is a collective struggle that requires our solidarity and action.
We urge the US authorities to act immediately to:
1. Release Mahmoud Khalil from detention and drops all the accusations against him.
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3. Tey the targeting of political activists and pro-Palestine demonstrators.
4. Support the principles of justice, equality and human rights for all individuals, regardless of their background or beliefs.
While in solidarity with Mahmoud and his family, we must also recognize the power of collective action. We can make the difference from:
1. By collecting awareness of Mahmoud’s case and on the wider issues of violations and repression of human rights.
2. Ask for justice and responsibility from our elected officials and government agencies.
3. Organizations and support initiatives that support human rights and social justice.
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Together, we can create a society that appreciates justice, equality and human rights for everyone. We will not remain lazily while our companions members of the community face injustice and persecution. We will fly, we will talk and ask for justice for Mahmoud and for everyone.
Join us in this request for justice. Share the story of Mahmoud, ask for an action from our elected officials and is committed to solidarity with all those who face injustice and persecution. Together, we can create a brighter future for everyone.
● Erasmus Ikhide contributed with this piece of Nigerian Lagos away: [email protected]
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