PUBLIC NOTICE TO ALABAMA AND U.S. FEDERAL AUTHORITIES Subject: Alleged Forced Religious Conversion in Ethiopia, Islamic Extremism, and the Continued Harassment of Ethiopian Orthodox Christians and Amhara Communities by an Alabama Resident I respectfully draw the attention of Alabama authorities, U.S. federal law enforcement agencies, and organizations concerned with religious freedom to deeply disturbing reports of religious persecution in Ethiopia and the continuing public conduct of Mr. #Habtamu_Challa_Gurmu (@Habtishgreat), an Ethiopian immigrant reportedly residing in Alabama. The two videos accompanying this statement reportedly originate from Ethiopia and depict individuals identified as Christians being compelled to renounce their faith. The repeated invocation of Allah can be heard in the recordings, according to the accompanying account. If authenticated, these scenes raise grave concerns about religious coercion, violent Islamic extremism, and the fundamental right of every individual to practice their faith without intimidation or violence. These reports emerge against the background of the recent massacre of Ethiopian Orthodox Christians in Arsi and the continuing insecurity affecting Orthodox Christian and Amhara communities. Such atrocities demand independent investigation, identification of those responsible, and accountability under the law. The Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, one of the oldest Christian institutions in existence, represents an extraordinary civilizational inheritance. The preservation of ancient sacred texts, including the Book of Enoch and the Book of Jubilees, is part of that inheritance. The continued targeting of its followers raises profound concerns about religious persecution and civilizational erasure. Against this deeply troubling background, I wish to draw attention to the repeated public conduct of Mr. #Challa, who professes adherence to the Ethiopian Orthodox Church while, in my assessment, engaging in a sustained pattern of harassment directed at Ethiopian Orthodox Christians and members of the Amhara community. His public discussions have repeatedly concerned identifiable individuals, their private lives, their political positions, and their participation in Orthodox Christian and Amhara community discourse. His recent activity also includes attempts to associate individuals with violent events in Ethiopia without presenting adequate supporting evidence. The apparent overlap between the communities targeted in the Ethiopian videos and those discussed in Mr. Challa's public commentary is deeply concerning. However, similarity in rhetoric or timing does not, by itself, establish coordination. I therefore respectfully ask the appropriate authorities to examine any credible evidence that might establish whether Mr. Challa has connections to individuals or organizations involved in religious intimidation or violent Islamic extremism in Ethiopia. Such an examination should be based on specific evidence of communication, coordination, financing, threats, or other unlawful conduct, rather than religious identity or political opinion. The fact that Mr. Challa publicly identifies with the Ethiopian Orthodox Church makes his repeated commentary concerning its followers particularly troubling to those who have experienced or witnessed the alleged harassment. Several individuals have reportedly expressed their willingness to provide testimony and supporting documentation to the appropriate authorities. Their accounts deserve careful and impartial consideration. This concern is compounded by earlier recorded statements in which Mr. Challa claimed possession of individuals' Social Security numbers, driver's license information, residential addresses, and other sensitive personal details, claims he subsequently denied. The question of whether he obtained any such information, and through what means, remains unresolved. His social media history also warrants review. His account @Habtishgreat recently reappeared following a reported suspension. Previously reported suspended handles include @HabtishGurmu (also written @habtishgurmu) and @gurmuchalla. He has also reportedly continued participating in X Spaces through Ethio-Music (@MusicdonebyAi). I have personally raised concerns about the unauthorized circulation of my photographs and the potential danger this creates for my family members in Ethiopia. These concerns form part of a broader request for examination of alleged harassment, intimidation, and privacy violations. I respectfully request that Alabama and federal authorities consider three distinct matters: the reported religious coercion depicted in the Ethiopian videos; any independently substantiated connections between individuals in the United States and those responsible for religious violence in Ethiopia; and the documented statements and alleged harassment involving sensitive personal information. These matters should be investigated on their own evidence. No connection between Mr. Challa and the perpetrators of violence in Ethiopia has been established by the material described here. The massacre of innocent Ethiopian Orthodox Christians, the coercion of individuals to renounce their faith, and the intimidation of communities exercising their fundamental rights must never be normalized. Religious freedom belongs equally to Christians, Muslims, and every other community. Freedom of expression does not excuse intimidation. Religious identity does not excuse persecution. 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