Greenland Extends Detention of Activist Paul Watson Amid Extradition Deliberations

The anti-whaling advocate remains in custody as Denmark reviews Japan's extradition request over a 2010 incident at sea.

Paul Watson, a 73-year-old anti-whaling activist, has been detained in Greenland since July 21 following an international warrant issued by Japan.
Greenland's court has extended Watson's detention until December 4, pending Denmark's decision on his extradition to Japan.
Watson is accused by Japan of causing damage and injury during a 2010 confrontation with a Japanese whaling vessel in the Antarctic Ocean.
His legal team argues that the charges do not warrant imprisonment under Greenlandic law and have appealed to Denmark's supreme court.
The Danish justice ministry is reviewing reports from Greenland's police and prosecutors before announcing its decision on the extradition request.