## Algeria: Authorities Must Immediately Drop Charges Against Mohamed Tadjadit and 12 Hirak Activists The Algerian authorities should immediately dismiss all charges against Mohamed Tadjadit, a well-known Hirak activist and poet, along with 12 other activists from the Hirak movement. ### Background Mohamed Tadjadit is a prominent figure in Algeria's Hirak protest movement, which has been a significant force pushing for political reform in the country. Tadjadit, like many Hirak activists, has faced legal persecution as a result of his peaceful activism. ### Current Situation - Algerian authorities have criminally charged Mohamed Tadjadit and 12 fellow Hirak activists. - The charges relate to their involvement in the pro-democracy Hirak protests. - These prosecutions are seen as attempts to silence dissent and crush peaceful activism in Algeria. ### Amnesty International's Position Amnesty International demands the immediate and unconditional dropping of all charges against Tadjadit and the other activists. The organization stresses the importance of respecting human rights, including freedoms of expression, assembly, and association. > "The Algerian authorities' ongoing crackdown on Hirak activists is a blatant attack on the fundamental rights of peaceful dissent," Amnesty International stated. ### Importance of the Case The prosecution of Tadjadit and his colleagues exemplifies the broader repression faced by the Hirak movement, which seeks to promote democratic change and accountability in Algeria. *** Algerian authorities risk undermining human rights by prosecuting peaceful activists like Mohamed Tadjadit; their immediate release is vital for democracy and freedom.

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Amnesty International Australia — 2025-12-01