Egypt has, for years, been among the most egregious abusers of social media users, beating, arresting, torturing and imprisoning bloggers and Facebook users. Kareem Amer spent four years in prison, in terrible circumstances, for criticizing Islam and the Mubarak regime.

From Sanad's statement on Mideast Youth:

"In Mubarak's era, detentions were issued by administrative decisions. But nowadays, blessed with the Military Council, detentions pass through military court rulings!...I can feel the intention of harming me after the court ruling. Don't believe the army's worthless claims about suicide attempts. Hence, the Military Council is responsible for my safety and well-being until the time of my release."

Supporters of Sanad have started a Facebook page and a petition.