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Surge In Haitian Deportations From Dominican Republic

A Haitian deported from the Dominican Republic gets out of a truck in Carrizal, Dominican Republic, on the border with Haiti, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Martin Adames)

In a recent development, a surge in deportations from the Dominican Republic to Haiti has sparked concerns over human rights violations and the well-being of affected individuals. President Luis Abinader's directive to deport at least 10,000 immigrants per week has led to a growing number of alleged abuses by Dominican officials.

Reports indicate a range of violations, including unauthorized home raids, racial profiling, and the deportation of vulnerable groups such as breastfeeding mothers and unaccompanied minors. The situation has escalated to the point where activists are accusing officials of disregarding due process during arrests, leaving children abandoned and families separated.

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