Statement condemning the assassination of Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Shaer

The American Center for Justice (ACJ) strongly condemns the assassination of educational expert Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Shaer, carried out by unidentified armed assailants. This direct attack on a prominent academic figure constitutes a deliberate blow to the civilian fabric and reflects a grave deterioration in the security environment, while placing national professionals who contribute to societal development at serious risk.

The Center affirms that the resurgence of targeted killings is intrinsically linked to the absence of accountability and the leniency of law enforcement institutions in addressing previous crimes. A climate of impunity emboldens criminal networks to expand their operations and provides them with a permissive environment to continue targeting intellectuals and influential figures. The lack of effective legal deterrence accelerates the cycle of violence and undermines what remains of social stability.

The Center holds the Ministry of Interior and relevant security agencies fully responsible for safeguarding citizens and protecting their right to life. It underscores the urgent need to move beyond superficial measures and adopt concrete, effective actions to protect society from organized criminal violence.

Accordingly, the American Center for Justice calls for the following:
•⁠ ⁠Immediate action by the Ministry of Interior to pursue the perpetrators, apprehend them, and refer them to a competent, independent, and impartial judiciary.
•⁠ ⁠The launch of a transparent and comprehensive investigation to uncover the motives, as well as the parties responsible for planning and financing the crime, and the prompt public disclosure of the findings.
•⁠ ⁠The implementation of robust preventive security measures to protect civilians and public figures from potential targeting.
•⁠ ⁠An end to the prevailing climate of impunity through the effective functioning of justice institutions and the strict enforcement of the law to prevent the recurrence of such crimes.

American Center for Justice (ACJ)
26 April 2026