The luxury Decápolis Hotel in Panama City has turned into a temporary custody center for 299 undocumented migrants deported from the US, sparking concerns about their safety and futures. The migrants, coming from various countries including India, China, and Iran, are seeking assistance and refuge as they face uncertain circumstances.
Some migrants inside the hotel have raised signs asking for help and safety, while others express fear of returning to their home countries. Despite efforts by the Panamanian government to handle the situation, including potential transfers to a camp in the province of Darién, concerns about access to legal representation and protection persist.
The international community, including organizations like the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), are closely monitoring the situation and providing support. As diplomatic negotiations continue and the migrants’ fate remains uncertain, the spotlight remains on the human rights and immigration challenges faced by individuals caught in the complex web of global migrations.
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