Silenced and Missing: Dr. Amer Ali Yahya Al Amer’s Unjust Detention in Saudi Arabia

In February 2019, Saudi authorities raided the home of Dr. Amer Ali Yahya Al Amer in Abha, forcibly detaining him and taking him to an undisclosed location. Since then, all news of Dr. Al Amer has been cut off, and his whereabouts remain unknown. This enforced disappearance is a stark reminder of the ongoing human rights crisis in Saudi Arabia, where dissent is met with brutal repression, and the fate of many political prisoners is shrouded in mystery.

The Enforced Disappearance of Dr. Amer Ali Yahya Al Amer
Dr. Amer Ali Yahya Al Amer is one of many victims of Saudi Arabia’s relentless crackdown on dissent. His arrest and subsequent disappearance follow a familiar pattern of intimidation, unlawful detention, and suppression of free speech that has come to define the human rights landscape in the kingdom. Despite numerous calls from international human rights organizations, the Saudi government continues to deny any information about his detention, raising grave concerns about his safety and well-being.

The Broader Human Rights Crisis in Saudi Arabia
The case of Dr. Al Amer is not an isolated incident. Saudi Arabia’s human rights record has been under severe scrutiny, especially under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s rule. Reports of torture, unfair trials, and long prison sentences for peaceful activists are rampant. The authorities have shown a blatant disregard for international human rights norms, using broad anti-terrorism laws to silence critics and activists. This systemic repression is designed to instill fear and prevent any form of opposition.

Call to Action
Together for Justice urgently calls upon the international community, human rights organizations, and concerned citizens to take action. The enforced disappearance of Dr. Amer Ali Yahya Al Amer must not be allowed to continue unnoticed. We demand his immediate release and call for an end to the arbitrary detention of all political prisoners in Saudi Arabia. Here’s how you can help:

Raise Awareness: Use social media platforms to highlight Dr. Al Amer’s case. Share information, use hashtags like #FreeDrAmer, and urge others to do the same.
Contact Your Representatives: Write to your local and national representatives, urging them to pressure the Saudi government for the release of Dr. Al Amer and other political prisoners.

Support Human Rights Organisations: Donate to or volunteer with organizations that are working to protect human rights in Saudi Arabia. Your support can help amplify the voices of those who have been silenced.

Sign Petitions: Participate in and promote petitions calling for the release of Dr. Al Amer and other political detainees in Saudi Arabia.

The enforced disappearance of Dr. Amer Ali Yahya Al Amer is a gross violation of human rights that demands immediate action. By raising our voices collectively, we can pressure the Saudi authorities to end their oppressive practices and release all political prisoners. Let us stand together for justice and human rights, ensuring that the world does not forget those who have been unjustly silenced.