Greenland Extends Detention of Anti-Whaling Activist Paul Watson

Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepherd, remains in custody as Denmark nears a decision on Japan's extradition request tied to a 2010 anti-whaling incident.

Paul Watson's detention in Greenland has been extended until December 18, marking his sixth hearing since his July arrest in Nuuk.
Denmark is evaluating Japan's request to extradite Watson over allegations of injury and damage during a 2010 anti-whaling operation in Antarctic waters.
Watson's legal team argues the charges would not warrant imprisonment under Greenlandic law and has appealed to Denmark's Supreme Court and the UN for intervention.
Public support for Watson's release has grown, with petitions gathering over 210,000 signatures, and prominent figures urging France to grant him political asylum.
The Danish Ministry of Justice has indicated a decision on the extradition request is expected within two weeks, with Watson's defense prepared to appeal if necessary.