Uganda denies reports it would accept U.S.-deported migrants
A senior Ugandan official said on Wednesday that Kampala had not agreed to take in people deported from the United States and warned that the country lacks the facilities to accommodate them.
The denial follows a CBS News report, citing internal U.S. government documents, that Washington had reached deportation deals with Uganda and Honduras as part of a broader push to expel migrants to third countries where they may not hold citizenship.
The Ugandan statement adds to a wider debate over third-country deportations in U.S. immigration policy, where concerns about due process and the welfare of migrants have been raised by rights groups and observers as nations grapple with how fast removals should proceed and where returnees should go.
In related coverage, the broader policy landscape includes deportations to other destinations such as South Sudan and Eswatini, and ongoing discussions with Pacific Island nations about safeguarding returnees and ensuring adequate reintegration support. These developments underscore the complexity and humanitarian considerations involved in expulsion efforts that cross borders and affect communities far beyond the United States.
Analysts say Uganda’s stance may reflect practical and humanitarian concerns about capacity and the need for clear, accountable procedures if any such arrangements were to be pursued in the future. The denial also highlights the sovereignty of partner countries in deciding whether and how to participate in third-country deportations.
Watchers will look for any further official clarification from Ugandan authorities or U.S. officials regarding the existence or scope of any potential agreements. This episode illustrates the ongoing tension between national security aims and the responsibility to safeguard the rights and dignity of migrants. A cautious, rights-respecting approach remains essential as policymakers navigate these volatile immigration issues.
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