In an open letter, former prisoner of the infamous Rashid prison and current activist for the Sahrawi Movement for Peace Mohamed Cherif criticized the pro-Polisario writer Karin Kryn over her portrayal of the Polisario as a noble organization.
Cherif said that the Polisario is known for its history of violence and human rights abuses, including the torture and killing of innocent Sahrawis.
The Sahrawi activist accused the Argentinian writer of displaying ignorance and recklessness in her statements about the Sahrawi conflict.
Cherif, who endured five years of torture at Rashid prison, said that his traumatic experiences and the loss of many friends have only strengthened his resolve to fight for genuine peace for the Sahrawi people.
He expressed shock at Kryn’s involvement in a complex and sensitive internal issue, accusing her of unjustly vilifying those who distance themselves from the Polisario Front, noting that their separation does not equate to a lack of desire for peace and justice.
Cherif criticized Kryn for her apparent superficial understanding of the Sahrawi struggle, suggesting that she has been manipulated and misled by those with biased and extremist views.
The former prisoner said that Kryn’s support for the Polisario Front is misguided, noting that the organization has often resorted to violence and has a history of human rights abuses, including the torture and killing of innocent Sahrawis.
Cherif mentioned a photo of a Polisario diplomat standing beside a notorious figure known for committing atrocities at Rashid prison. He questioned how Kryn could support a cause associated with such individuals, suggesting that it undermines the very human rights principles she claims to uphold.
The Sahrawi activist concluded his letter by calling on Kryn to reassess her stance and join those genuinely working towards a peaceful and prosperous future for all Sahrawis.
He also urged the Argentinian writer to adopt a more nuanced understanding of the current dynamics and aspirations of the Sahrawi people.
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