The human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Tawakkol Karman has paid tribute to Yemeni human rights activist Ibraham Qatabi for his efforts in defending the Yemeni community’s rights in the United States.

In a statement posted on her official Twitter page, Mrs. Karman has addressed al-Qu’aiti saying, “Dear comrade Ibraham Qatabi, thank you for all efforts made to defend the rights of the Yemeni community in America. I’m very proud of you."

It is worth mentioning that the activist Qatabi serves as a researcher in criminal justice and international affairs and works for the Center for Constitutional Rights in New York City.