Panama Recaptures Escaped Deportee Amid Controversial Migrant Detention Policies
A woman who escaped from a detention hotel in Panama housing deportees has been recaptured, sparking criticism over conditions for migrants awaiting repatriation.
The situation has fueled sharp criticism of the Panamanian government, despite its claims, disputed by evidence, that the migrants are not detained.
Panama says it has recaptured woman who escaped from a hotel holding deportees
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The deportation flight is the latest headed to Central America, as some 300 people — also from mostly Asian countries — are being held in a Panama hotel.
On a U.S. deportation flight of mostly Asians to Costa Rica, half will be minors
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Panama says it has recaptured Chinese woman who escaped from a hotel holding deportees
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Panamanian politicians are aware that, in a state of political duress following Trump’s threats, their country has come to play an ugly role in his aggressive deportation policy.
Police search for woman who escaped Panama hotel where US deportees are being held
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Summary
Panamanian authorities have recaptured a woman who escaped from a hotel where she and nearly 300 deportees from the U.S. were being held. The escape and subsequent recapture have raised questions about the treatment of migrants, many of whom have expressed fears for their safety if returned to their home countries. The situation underscores the criticism faced by the Panamanian government regarding its role in U.S. deportation practices, as over 40% of the detained migrants have indicated they do not wish to return home. Security Minister Frank Abrego has stated that arrangements are being made for those unwilling to leave.
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