Srilanka, July 21 -- "I just want my son to be able to continue his studies and get back to his normal life," said Riffai (52), father of Suhail, the 21-year-old aviation student who was arrested and detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) for allegedly sharing anti-Israeli sentiments on social media. On Tuesday (15), Suhail was released on bail after spending nine months in detention.

His story sparked widespread debate among politicians and the public after Riffai took to social media earlier this year to highlight his son's plight. Suhail's alleged crime was expressing his right to free speech and dissent, criticising a foreign nation accused of war crimes.

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