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EPISODE · Jun 15, 2026 · 5 MIN

U.S. deports Afghani and Iranian migrants to Central African Republic

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The United States government has officially begun deporting migrants, including nationals from Iran and Afghanistan, to the Central African Republic (CAR). An initial deportation flight carrying approximately 20 individuals arrived in the capital city of Bangui.This action is part of an expanded, highly controversial strategy by the Trump administration to remove asylum seekers to "third countries" when legal or geopolitical barriers prevent them from being sent back to their native homelandsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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