The founder and chairperson of the Freedom Theater in Jenin, Al-Saadi has been a prominent figure in Palestinian cultural and artistic movements. On September 11, 2022, he was arrested by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) at a military checkpoint. Shortly after his arrest, he was sentenced to six months of administrative detention. His detention was based on undisclosed charges, adding to the uncertainty surrounding his case. On December 5, 2024, after enduring over three years of administrative detention without facing formal charges or trial, Al-Saadi was released.
Bilal Al-Saadi
Is case active: Yes
Designation:Creative artist
Region:Middle East and North Africa
Gender:Male
Status:Released