SOS! URGENT APPEAL Human Rights Platform of the Civil Movement “Dayanç” / Turkmenistan Freedom for Maral Annaeva and her children!

SOS! URGENT APPEAL Human Rights Platform of the Civil Movement “Dayanç” / Turkmenistan Freedom for Maral Annaeva and her children! The Human Rights Platform of the civil movement “Dayanç” appeals to the international community, human rights organizations, diplomatic missions, and all those who care: Today we are compelled to speak about a shocking case that once again demonstrates systemic human rights violations against citizens of Turkmenistan. On April 15, 2026, civil activist Maral Annaeva was forcibly deported from the United Arab Emirates to Turkmenistan together with her two minor daughters — Melek (12) and Nezli (10). According to available information, Maral Annaeva had previously been subjected to domestic violence by her husband, a law enforcement officer. Despite обращения to the police and the courts, she received no protection. Fearing for her life and the safety of her children, she was forced to flee the country. While abroad, Maral Annaeva began speaking openly about the violence she endured, the lawlessness, and the failure of the system to protect her. Following this, she became a target of persecution: questionable charges were brought against her, and she was later detained through an international wanted mechanism. Despite submitting an asylum request, she was denied protection. As a result, she was forcibly returned to the country she had fled — a place where she had already faced violence and where her life and safety are now at serious risk. ⚠️ Particularly alarming information: The Human Rights Platform “Dayanç” has received reports indicating that Maral Annaeva may be subjected to severe torture, violence, and inhuman treatment following her return to Turkmenistan. Even the possibility of such treatment requires immediate international intervention. ⚠️ We emphasize: — A possible violation of the principle of non-refoulement — Serious risks to the life and safety of a woman and two minor children — Persecution for exercising freedom of expression — Possible use of torture, prohibited under international law ❗️ This case is part of a systemic pattern. We have documented numerous cases of transnational repression, abductions, and forced deportations of Turkmen citizens: From Turkey: Abdulla Orusov Alisher Sahatov Merdan Muhammedov Farhad Meymankuliyev Rovshen Klychev Serdar Durdalyyev Jumasapar Dedebayev Perhat Genjiev Maksat Baymyradov Dowran Imamov Omurzak Omerkuliev From the Russian Federation: Saddam Gulamov Malikberdy Allamyradov Azat Isakov We also highlight: Umida Bekjanova, who has been held for nearly a year in a deportation center in Turkey, remaining in a highly vulnerable situation and under constant threat of forced return. Some of these individuals have disappeared. The fate of others remains unknown. 📢 WE DEMAND: — Immediate clarification of the whereabouts of Maral Annaeva and her children — Guarantees of their safety — Access for international monitoring mechanisms — An independent investigation into the deportation — An end to the misuse of international mechanisms (including Interpol) for persecution — Full compliance with international human rights obligations 📢 WE CALL ON: — International organizations to respond urgently — Diplomatic missions to intervene — Media to cover this case — Civil society to raise awareness and speak out Silence enables abuse. Every voice can save a life. Freedom for Maral Annaeva and her children! Freedom for all victims of transnational repression! Stop torture! Stop forced deportations! Stop dictatorship!