Iran announced that 120 of its nationals are being deported from the United States as part of President Trump's aggressive immigration enforcement. Iranian official Hossein Noushabadi confirmed these individuals would return home within a couple of days, as most had entered the US illegally via Mexico. The deportations come amid a spike in the number of Iranians seeking refuge in the US due to fears of persecution at home.
White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson reiterated the administration’s commitment to mass deportation, emphasizing that they would use all available tools to fulfill this mandate. Despite some deportees holding valid residency permits, Wirabadi emphasized the need for respect of their legal rights.
This cooperation between the US and Iran, facilitated through the US Interests Section at the Pakistani embassy, is unique given their strained relations. As this operation unfolds, up to 400 more Iranians could face similar fates, prompting concern from human rights groups about the possible risks upon return to Iran, especially given recent reported escalations in human rights violations and executions in the country.
White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson reiterated the administration’s commitment to mass deportation, emphasizing that they would use all available tools to fulfill this mandate. Despite some deportees holding valid residency permits, Wirabadi emphasized the need for respect of their legal rights.
This cooperation between the US and Iran, facilitated through the US Interests Section at the Pakistani embassy, is unique given their strained relations. As this operation unfolds, up to 400 more Iranians could face similar fates, prompting concern from human rights groups about the possible risks upon return to Iran, especially given recent reported escalations in human rights violations and executions in the country.
