UNHCR is deeply concerned about reports of the deportation of some 30 young asylum-seekers from Sud

05:19 AM September, 08 2017

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. UNHCR Deputy Representative for Sudan, Elizabeth Tan, said:

“UNHCR is concerned that these asylum-seekers do not appear to have had their claims adequately heard, and they were deported on charges of illegal entry into Sudan which is not supported under international refugee law. Charges of illegal entry are waived in the case of refugees. UNHCR is in contact with the authorities to seek further information on what occurred. We have also requested the Government of Sudan to refrain from any further removals until it is clear on what basis these deportations are taking place. The forcible return of refugees to their country of origin is a serious violation of international refugee law.”