Another activist received a warning ahead of the Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Deportation of the Crimean Tatar People
In Crimea, police officers issued human rights activist Abdureshit Dzhepparov a warning against violating the law. Law enforcement officials explained the document's origins in connection with the upcoming holiday on May 9th, but such actions typically occur shortly before the Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Deportation of the Crimean Tatar People (May 18th).
The warning stated that Dzhepparov was being warned of liability for violating the laws "On Combating Extremist Activity" and "On Assemblies, Rallies, Marches, and Pickets."
"The security forces want to protect themselves from a danger they themselves have created. What do we have to do with the date they've chosen? Whether these events go better or worse, what difference does it make to us? Why would they come to us?" Dzhepparov expressed bewilderment.
Abdureshit Dzhepparov has faced pressure before. On April 25, 2023, his home was searched. No charges were brought against him. The human rights activist was subsequently fined for discrediting the Russian Armed Forces. He has also received multiple warnings against violating anti-extremism legislation.
Every year, usually before May 18, police issue warnings to members of the Crimean Tatar community. Recently, law enforcement officers attempted to issue such a warning to activist Muslim Zevriev. He refused and was forced to state on video that he did not agree to accept the document.
