U.S. eyes Libya, Rwanda for migrant deportation deal
The Trump administration is considering sending migrants with criminal records from the U.S. to Libya and Rwanda. Talks with these countries are already underway, reports CNN.
What do you need to know?
- The Trump administration is in talks with Libya and Rwanda about sending migrants with criminal records to these countries.
- The United States wants to establish a safe third-country agreement with Libya, which would allow for the deportation of individuals detained at the U.S. border who are seeking asylum.
- A similar agreement with El Salvador already exists, where Venezuelan nationals are accepted.
What are the Trump administration's plans?
President Donald Trump's administration is in discussions with the authorities of Libya and Rwanda regarding the possibility of sending migrants with criminal records to these countries, who are currently residing in the United States. CNN reported this information, citing sources from Tuesday's cabinet meeting.
Is an agreement with Libya possible?
In addition to the deportation plans for migrants, the Trump administration seeks to establish a safe third-country agreement with Libya. Such an agreement would allow for sending individuals detained at the U.S. border, who are seeking asylum, to Libya. The United States already has a similar agreement with El Salvador, which includes Venezuelan citizens.
What are the reactions to these plans?
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the United States is in talks with several countries, trying to persuade them to accept individuals from third countries who are staying in the U.S. illegally. Rubio emphasized that the discussions involve not only El Salvador but also very distant countries, which would make it difficult for deportees to return to the U.S.
