Paul Watson Seeks Political Asylum in France Amid Extradition Threat

The Sea Shepherd founder, detained in Greenland, appeals to President Macron to avoid extradition to Japan over anti-whaling activism.

Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepherd, has requested political asylum in France to evade extradition to Japan, where he faces charges related to anti-whaling protests.
Watson was arrested in Greenland in July following a Japanese Interpol notice accusing him of damaging a whaling ship and injuring a crew member in 2010.
His legal team argues that the charges are politically motivated due to his longstanding opposition to Japanese whaling practices, which are internationally controversial.
French political figures and environmental advocates have expressed support for Watson, urging President Macron to grant asylum and prevent his extradition.
The French government has not yet decided on Watson's asylum request, while Danish authorities review Japan's extradition demand.