Help Save Dr Abuzaid Dorda

I am writing to bring to your attention an issue we deem important not only because it relates to a member of our family but as a human rights issue that concerns a former Permanent Representative to the United Nations who contributed to solving many human rights issues and guaranteeing these rights to many in his country and the world.

The case in question concerns Mr. Abuzed Omar Dorda, the former PR of Libya to the UN during the nineties. As you may know, Mr. Dorda has been arrested by the new Libyan Authorities for two months. He had arranged his own surrender as he was confident he had not participated in any murders or arbitrary arrests. He was only serving his country in different positions and very active in international diplomacy. He had a major role in solving many of the problems between the international community and Libya, most important of which was the Lockerbie issue. Many Permanent Representatives and UN officials who worked and dealt with him would attest to his responsible and genuine personality and efforts.

Mr. Dorda survived a murder attempt last night, 25October, 2011, at the hands of his guards in the building where he was arrested. He was thrown off the second floor leading to several broken bones and other serious injuries. Authorities were forced to move Dorda to Maitiga hospital in Tripoli where as of now he is being held under extremely poor conditions. Dorda is not receiving the proper treatment duly and legally accorded a political prisoner, let alone that required under the terms of human rights and other international treaties.

On behalf of his family I kindly ask you to interfere directly as the Secretary General of the United Nations which he has long served, or through other humanitarian organizations, to guarantee his safety, security and freedom so he can get the proper treatment.

Sincerely Yours,

Adel Khalifa Dorda
26 October 2011

UPDATE:

Lizzie Phelan interviews son of captive Dr. Abuzaid Dorda, former Libyan Prime Minister and Permanent Representative to the United Nations
http://youtu.be/fahLERVS8Nw

PLEASE COMPARE THE INFORMATION WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN BY DR. DORDA’S SON, HAMID,  AND COMPARE IT WITH THE LIES FROM THE ICRC. THIS CAN BE USED FOR FURTHER ADVOCACY IF YOU CHOOSE TO LAUNCH A FORMAL COMPLAINT WITH THE ICRC.

ICRC LIES REGARDING THEIR INVOLVEMENT WITH THE CASE OF DR. DORDA

Captured Religious Leader, Iman Tantush, abused while under interogation of Libya's new government forces. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT93Ilhx1Kw

Please Help Save Dr. Saif Al-Islam Qadhafi
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/surrender-saif-al-islam-gaddafi-to-the-icc/

New Libyan Government (NTC) forces Atrocities
http://obamaslibya.com/

Please visit the Nato War Crimes Petition:
http://www.thepetitionsite.com/2/nato-war-crimes-in-libya/

Sincerely,
The Petition Signers


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