US Deports 15 South American Migrants to DR Congo After 27-Hour Flight
Fifteen migrants from Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru were deported from the United States to the Democratic Republic of Congo. They described enduring a 27-hour flight in handcuffs and shackles. The group shared their experiences with AFP on Wednesday, as reported by France 24.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewFifteen migrants from Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru were deported from the United States and arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo after a 27-hour flight in handcuffs and shackles, France 24 reported. The deportation occurred after the migrants were quietly removed from the United States. The group endured the lengthy flight under restraints before reaching their destination.
The 15 migrants told AFP about their experiences on Wednesday. They detailed the conditions of the 27-hour journey, including the use of handcuffs and shackles throughout the flight. The report on the migrants' experiences was produced by Emily Boyle.
France 24 covered the accounts provided by the migrants following their arrival in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- 2026-04-23
The 15 migrants told AFP about their experiences on Wednesday.
1 sourceFrance 24 - 2026-04-22
The 15 migrants arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo following a 27-hour flight in handcuffs and shackles.
1 sourceFrance 24 - 2026-04-21
15 migrants from Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru were quietly deported from the United States.
1 sourceFrance 24
Potential Impact
- 01
Increased attention to migrant treatment during deportation flights.
- 02
Potential scrutiny on US deportation practices involving third countries like DR Congo.
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Possible diplomatic discussions between US and DR Congo regarding migrant arrivals.
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