A landmark decision by Norway's Hålogaland appeals court has blocked the extradition of Tommy Olsen, the founder of the Aegean Boat Report, who faced charges in Greece for allegedly facilitating illegal entry of migrants. The court's unanimous ruling, described as unprecedented by Olsen's legal team, recognized that his actions, including monitoring and assisting migrants, are lawful and protected under international treaties. Olsen was arrested on March 16 in Tromsø, Norway, after Greece issued a European arrest warrant claiming he was part of a criminal organization. The Norwegian court cited concerns over freedom of expression under the European Convention on Human Rights as a key factor in its decision. Rights groups, including Amnesty International, have supported Olsen, arguing that his arrest was a misuse of anti-smuggling laws aimed at suppressing the migrant solidarity movement. Following the ruling, Human Rights Watch urged Greece to withdraw the charges against Olsen, noting the broader context of repression faced by human rights defenders in the country. Olsen's legal team is now pushing for a trial in Greece to clear his name.