United Kingdom: first arrest and deportation in Rwanda

The British government said Wednesday it has detained the first group of migrants under the “Security of Rwanda” Act that it plans to deport this summer. “Asylum and Immigration” LawWhich came into effect on 25 April.

Officers were seen entering homes and removing handcuffed men, who were placed in the back of a secured van at an undisclosed location.

According to the government, “The operational teams of the Ministry of Interior are working rapidly Safely and expeditiously detain those who will be transferred to Rwanda“More activities are planned in the coming weeks.”

What does the law establish for deportation in Rwanda

Last week, the UK Parliament passed a law allowing deportations to Rwanda, despite criticism from human rights groups The plan is inhumane and illegal,

This law was a response to a decision by the UK Supreme Court Blocked deportation flights Because the government could not guarantee the safety of the migrants sent to Rwanda.

After signing a new treaty with the Kigali government to strengthen migrant security, the Kigali government London has declared Rwanda a safe country,