South Sudan, Africa– The government of South Sudan has announced the repatriation of Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez, a Mexican national deported from the United States to South Sudan in July.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mexico accepted the return of Munoz-Gutierrez after receiving assurances that he would not face torture, inhumane treatment, or undue prosecution upon his return.
The statement highlighted that Munoz-Gutierrez was treated with “full respect for his human dignity and fundamental rights” during his stay in Juba, the capital of South Sudan.
The repatriation was carried out in accordance with international law, bilateral agreements, and diplomatic protocols.
Munoz-Gutierrez expressed feeling “kidnapped” when the US sent him to South Sudan, stating, “I was not planning to come to South Sudan, but while I was here, they treated me well.”
He added, “I finished my time in the United States, and they were supposed to return me to Mexico. Instead, they wrongfully sent me to South Sudan.”
The US Department of Homeland Security cited Munoz-Gutierrez’s conviction for second-degree murder and life imprisonment sentence as reasons for his deportation. This case is part of the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigration, which has faced criticism from rights groups.
The deportations have sparked controversy, with rights groups arguing that the practice violates international law and migrants’ basic rights.
Other African nations, including Uganda, Eswatini, and Rwanda, have also received deportees from the US. South Sudan is discussing the repatriation of the six remaining deportees still in its custody.
As the international community grapples with the complexities of immigration and deportation, this case highlights the need for cooperation and respect for human rights. The repatriation of Munoz-Gutierrez serves as a reminder of the importance of diplomatic efforts in resolving such cases.
Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez, a Mexican national, was repatriated to Mexico after being deported from the United States to South Sudan in July.
The Mexican government accepted his return after receiving assurances that he would not face torture, inhumane treatment, or undue prosecution.
Munoz-Gutierrez was treated with “full respect for his human dignity and fundamental rights” during his stay in Juba, South Sudan’s capital.
Munoz-Gutierrez felt “kidnapped” when sent to South Sudan, stating, “I finished my time in the United States, and they were supposed to return me to Mexico. Instead, they wrongfully sent me to South Sudan.”
The US Department of Homeland Security cited his conviction for second-degree murder and life imprisonment sentence as reasons for his deportation.
The deportations have sparked controversy, with rights groups arguing that the practice violates international law and migrants’ basic rights.
Other African nations receiving deportees from the US include Uganda, Eswatini, and Rwanda. South Sudan is discussing the repatriation of the six remaining deportees still in its custody.
The Trump administration’s immigration crackdown has faced criticism from rights groups, raising concerns about the treatment and rights of migrants.
This case highlights the complexities of immigration and deportation, emphasizing the need for cooperation and respect for human rights. Diplomatic efforts played a crucial role in resolving Munoz-Gutierrez’s case, and similar approaches may be necessary for the remaining deportees.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum acknowledged the return of non-citizens deported from the US to Mexico, stating that over 4,000 people were sent to Mexico during Donald Trump’s first week back in office.
This development underscores the complexities of US-Mexico relations and the need for cooperation on immigration issues.
The repatriation of Munoz-Gutierrez serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding human rights and dignity in deportation cases. Ensuring that deportees are treated fairly and humanely is crucial in maintaining international cooperation and respect for human rights.