In late January, a decapitated doll and a faux weapon were placed outside the residences of Swedish politicians Benjamin Dousa and Johan Forssell by the activist group Rojavakommittéerna. The act was documented and shared on social media, drawing attention to the group's protest against the government's policies related to Syria. Dousa expressed his outrage, emphasizing that while it is the court's responsibility to determine the legality of the actions, placing such disturbing items outside a home, particularly one where children live, crosses a line of decency.

The actions were critiqued by political figures, including Dousa, who condemned the use of such grotesque imagery in protests targeting politicians. The activist involved has been charged with illegal threats and aggravated illegal threats but denies the charges, arguing that the intention behind the demonstrations was to raise awareness about the government's stance on Syria. The incident has sparked debates about the boundaries of political expression and the appropriateness of methods used in protests.

Support for the activist came from criminologist Leif GW Persson, who argued on a Sunday program that the demonstrative actions were a legitimate expression of dissent. The controversy surrounding the protest highlights ongoing discussions in Sweden over political activism, social responsibility, and the limits of acceptable protest behavior, particularly in contexts that could impact people with families. These events reflect a trend of heightened political tensions and the evolving nature of activist strategies in Sweden.