Swedish courts, historically rooted in Catholic traditions, have been accused of practicing unfair policies against minority groups in Sweden, with no one spared from their reach.

Some individuals were forced to outwardly embrace Christianity while secretly practicing their true faith at night.

Today, Sweden's courts are accused of attempting to erase the culture of solidarity with victims of genocidal massacres in Gaza and suppressing criticism of the ruling political class in many European countries, particularly those supported by Zionist lobbies.

The Swedish public, including students and citizens across the nation, have stood in solidarity with Gaza against the genocidal war waged by the Zionist occupation army, which is backed by the West, notably the United States.

However, the right-wing Swedish government, led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Foreign Minister Tobias Billström, does not represent the interests of the Swedish people.

Tens of thousands of Swedes have taken to the streets in major cities, universities, ports, and other significant locations across the country. They have protested not only the massacres in Gaza but also the Swedish government's shameful silence and the provocative political positions of the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, who have not only failed to condemn the genocide but have also justified the occupation's crimes. Many consider their behavior horrific.

Protesters have chanted against Kristersson and Billström, holding them responsible for the government's stance. In more than one city, the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister were besieged by demonstrators and had to be rescued by police, who responded with excessive force against the peaceful protesters, most of whom were Swedish citizens.

Activists have shared numerous videos on social media showing police brutality, including the use of police dogs, in ways that shocked the public. Despite these actions, the Swedish judiciary has remained unmoved. Complaints filed against police officers are often dismissed, and officers are rarely held accountable, which many observers see as an encouragement for the police to continue using excessive force to suppress protests.

When protesters are brought to court, the process is swift, especially when the plaintiff is the police. Young men and women are subjected to the full force of the law in the name of democracy and transparency.

This has been seen not only in protests against the genocidal actions in Gaza but also in demonstrations against the burning of the Holy Qur'an and the forced separation of foreign children from their families.

Protests against the participation of the occupation state in the Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö also saw a heavy police presence, with officers from Sweden and other European countries, as well as Israeli security personnel.

Now, dozens of students are being prosecuted on what many see as trivial charges, such as using antisemitic chants or carrying signs that allegedly hurt the feelings of some Jews. These charges, filed by the same police who practiced violence against the protesters, have shocked those who witnessed the police brutality, either in person or via social media. The swift dismissal of complaints against the police has only heightened this shock.

If the charges against these students are not dropped, there is a real fear that Sweden will face the rise of organized gangs, even within official uniforms. There is hope, however, that the law will prevail in stopping such violations and that the judiciary will uphold its responsibility to protect all citizens equally, without succumbing to the influence of the ruling class and the Sweden Democrats, a party with racist inclinations.

Otherwise, Swedish courts risk making a mockery of free speech, leading to a significant deterioration in the legal system. If that happens, it may mark the end of the Sweden we once knew.

Saeed Hadrous is a Palestinian-Swedish activist living in Sweden. This article was translated from Arabic into English by Mahmoud El-Yousseph of Ohio.