Umm Nasser, an internet activist from Qatar, is known for her unwavering presence on social media platforms. On 20 March 2025, the Qatari Criminal Court sentenced her to three years in prison and imposed a fine of 50,000 Qatari Riyals. She was convicted on charges of allegedly spreading false rumours, managing a social media account to disseminate such rumours, and disrespecting the Qatari judiciary. On 3 January 2025, she posted a video on her TikTok account in which she spoke about corruption in the Public Prosecution Office and questioned why they imprison “free people”, and why human rights are not being respected. She emphasised that she would not remain silent and would demand her rights. Umm Nasser asked for solidarity with her if she did not respond to calls and was arrested by the authorities.

Concerns have arisen due to reports that her defense team was unable to perform its duties effectively due to pressure from the authorities during the trial proceedings. An appeal against the verdict has been filed, but the outcome remains pending. Umm Nasser’s case highlights the ever-increasing limitations on freedom of expression in Qatar and the difficulties faced by activists in the region.

Reliable local sources have confirmed that she is currently being held in the Doha Capital Security Department prison, where she is suffering from ill-treatment and a lack of medical care. She was also physically assaulted while in prison.