Poland has deported three Afghan citizens despite a ban issued by the European Court of Human Rights.
Polish media reported on Thursday, April 23, that these individuals were expelled even though both the court and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had opposed the decision.
The report states that three out of a total of nine individuals were transferred to Kabul
It further adds, “The border guard says the court’s decision did not reach them in time, but emphasizes that these three individuals were on the list of undesirable persons.”
According to the report, lawyers representing these individuals say the deportation is problematic under international law.
The report also notes that findings show the European Court of Human Rights’ decision to temporarily suspend the deportation had reached Polish authorities before the operation was carried out, but the deportation process continued regardless.
Some legal organizations have stated that this action violates the rulings of the European Court of Human Rights, as these individuals were expelled without criminal convictions and were deprived of their right to seek asylum.
This deportation comes at a time when the European Union is expected in the coming weeks to host a Taliban delegation to discuss the return of Afghan migrants labeled as “criminals.”
