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Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
El Salvador: Detained migrants are responsibility of US
The government of El Salvador has formally asserted it is the U.S., not the Central American nation, that retains 'legal responsibility' for Venezuelans held in a Salvadoran megaprison, contracting Trump administration claims. The disclosure was made to the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and submitted in court filings by those challenging President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to send some 200 Venezuelan men to be held in the country's most notorious prison. 'The jurisdiction and legal responsibility for these persons lie exclusively with the competent foreign authorities, by virtue of international agreements signed and in accordance with the principles of sovereignty and international cooperation in criminal matters,' El Salvador said, referring to the U.S. The comments are at odds with statements given by White House and Department of Justice officials, who have claimed they cannot seek the return of the men, as they are now in the custody of the Salvadoran government. 'El Salvador has confirmed what we and everyone else understood: it is the United States that controls what happens to the Venezuelans languishing at CECOT. Remarkably the U.S. government didn't provide this information to us or the court,' American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) lawyer Lee Gelernt, who is representing some of the men, said in an email. The filing from the ACLU seeks to order additional discovery in the case and argues the Trump administration violated its obligation to share information about its arrangement with El Savlador. In an April meeting in the White House with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, President Trump said it was up to the Salvadoran leader whether to release a man who was the subject of another case — mistakenly deported Maryland man Kilmar Abrego Garcia. And in court, the Trump administration has argued it was powerless in any effort to secure the return of the men, saying they were beyond the reach of the U.S. legal system and that their fate rests with El Salvador. The Trump administration in mid-March deported Venezuelans to the infamous CECOT prison, known by its acronym in Spanish, as well as some Salvadorans. A Justice Department whistleblower has accused Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove of suggesting the department may need to defy court orders grounding flights set to deport men under the Alien Enemies Act. The Trump administration has agreed to pay El Salvador $15 million to imprison the men, according to Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), who shared the figure after traveling to El Salvador to meet with government officials as well as Abrego Garcia. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
08-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
El Salvador: Detained migrants are responsibility of US
The government of El Salvador has formally asserted it is the U.S., not the Central American nation, that retains 'legal responsibility' for Venezuelans held in one of their megaprisons, contracting Trump administration claims. The disclosure was made to the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights and submitted in court filings by those challenging President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to send some 200 Venezuelan men to be held in the country's most notorious prison. 'The jurisdiction and legal responsibility for these persons lie exclusively with the competent foreign authorities, by virtue of international agreements signed and in accordance with the principles of sovereignty and international cooperation in criminal matters,' El Salvador said, referring to the U.S. The comments are at odds with statements given by White House and Department of Justice (DOJ) officials, who have claimed they cannot seek the return of the men, as they are now in the custody of the Salvadoran government. 'El Salvador has confirmed what we and everyone else understood: it is the United States that controls what happens to the Venezuelans languishing at CECOT. Remarkably the U.S. government didn't provide this information to us or the court,' American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) lawyer Lee Gelernt, who is representing some of the men, said in an email. The filing from the ACLU seeks to order additional discovery in the case and argues the Trump administration violated its obligation to share information about its arrangement with El Savlador. In a meeting in the White House with Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, President Trump said it was up to the Salvadoran leader whether to release a man who was the subject of another case — mistakenly deported man Kilmar Abrego Garcia. And in court, the Trump administration has argued they were powerless in any effort to secure the return of the men, saying they were beyond the reach of the U.S. legal system and that their fate rests with El Salvador. The Trump administration in mid-March deported Venezuelans to the infamous CECOT prison, known by its acronym in Spanish, as well as some Salvadorans. A DOJ whistleblower has accused principal associate deputy attorney general Emil Bove of suggesting the department may need to defy court orders grounding flights set to deport men under the Alien Enemies Act. The Trump administration has agreed to pay El Salvador $15 million to imprison the men, according to Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), who shared the figure after traveling to El Salvador to meet with government officials as well as Abrego Garcia.
Morocco World
26-06-2025
- Science
- Morocco World
Morocco Promotes Inclusive Space Development at UN Committee
At the 68th session of the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space (COPUOS) in Vienna, Morocco called for deeper international and regional cooperation to ensure space technologies benefit all nations, especially developing countries. Addressing delegates, Morocco's ambassador to the United Nations Office in Vienna, Azzeddine Farhane, stressed that collective action is the most effective way to harness the full potential of outer space. He argued that cooperation in space science, technology transfer , and capacity building is essential for bridging global gaps and advancing peaceful space use. Morocco reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening multilateral frameworks and voiced strong support for the upcoming UNISPACE IV conference, which it sees as a timely platform to address emerging challenges in the global space landscape. Farhane also pointed to Morocco's active role in regional cooperation, particularly through the African Space Agency and the African Space Council. He emphasized that partnerships across the continent are central to Morocco's national strategy, with numerous bilateral and international agreements already in place to support African nations in building space expertise. A key part of this effort is the African Regional Center for Space Science and Technology Education in French (CRASTE-LF), based in Rabat. Since 2000, the center has trained specialists from across Francophone Africa; in 2024 alone, it enrolled 89 students from 10 countries in its master's programs in space science and technology. Looking ahead, Morocco plans to expand its educational and training efforts by offering short courses and workshops on space law and policy through CRASTE-LF. It also aims to foster cross-continental partnerships through events like the June 27 side event, co-hosted with the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), titled Celebrating African Space Development: Towards a Sustainable and Inclusive Global Space Sector. Morocco's ambassador further emphasized the strategic importance of its national satellite program, including the Mohammed VI A and B satellites, launched in 2017, 2018. These advanced Earth observation satellites orbit the planet at around 700 kilometers above ground and capture high-resolution images that support everything from climate monitoring and agricultural planning to urban development, border surveillance, and disaster risk management. Their data is already being used by Moroccan ministries and public agencies to make more informed decisions—whether mapping water resources, tracking land use, or responding to natural hazards. The ambassador stressed that these satellites are not just technological achievements, but powerful tools that serve both public and private interests and drive sustainable growth at home and across the African continent.
Maroc
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Maroc
HRC: Morocco Calls for Placing Human Rights at Heart of Anti-corruption Efforts
Morocco's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, Omar Zniber, called on Friday for placing human rights at the heart of all anti-corruption initiatives. "A human rights-based approach remains the cornerstone of any effective anti-corruption strategy," Zniber stated at the opening of a high-level side event on "Human Rights and Anti-Corruption in Practice," held on the sidelines of the 59th session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) in Geneva. "From Morocco's perspective, prevention must lie at the center of all efforts to eliminate this scourge from our societies," he noted at the event held by the core group behind the resolution on "The Negative Impact of Corruption on the Enjoyment of Human Rights." The diplomat underlined that the Marrakech Declaration, adopted in 2011, remains a "key roadmap" for states aiming to align anti-corruption efforts with human rights objectives. He further urged stronger synergy between the HRC's work and the monitoring of the declaration's implementation. He also highlighted Morocco's "significant progress" in the fight against corruption as part of its national effort to promote and protect human rights. He cited Morocco's 2011 Constitution, which introduced laws penalizing conflicts of interest, insider trading, and financial crimes, alongside the establishment of the National Authority for Integrity, Prevention, and Anti-Corruption. Reflecting on the impact of corruption, the diplomat warned that it "undermines social cohesion, erodes trust in public institutions, exacerbates inequality, and fosters conditions for the most serious human rights violations." "Effective policies to prevent and combat corruption are essential to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030," he said, adding that "States carry the primary responsibility to prevent and remedy human rights violations arising from corruption." This fundamental obligation was highlighted by the founding report of the Human Rights Council Advisory Committee in 2015, whose recommendations have since been incorporated into the Council's biannual resolution presented by Morocco on behalf of the core group, which also includes Argentina, Austria, Brazil, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Poland, the United Kingdom, and Ecuador, the diplomat recalled. This year's resolution builds on progress made since 2015, aiming to clarify states' procedural and substantive obligations in upholding human rights within anti-corruption frameworks. The side event was co-organized by the resolution's sponsors, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights, Transparency International, and the UNCAC Coalition. It sought to foster stronger links between the implementation of the UN Convention against Corruption and international human rights mechanisms, offering practical tools and sharing experiences to help bridge the gap between anti-corruption efforts and human rights protection. MAP: 19 June 2025
Daily Tribune
04-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain's Legal Affairs Minister Leads Delegation to 113th International Labour Conference in Geneva
His Excellency Mr. Yousef bin Abdulhussein Khalaf, Minister of Legal Affairs and Acting Minister of Labour, is leading Bahrain's delegation at the 113th Session of the International Labour Conference, currently underway in Geneva from June 1 to 14, 2025. Representing the Kingdom of Bahrain, the delegation includes members from the nation's tripartite constituents—government, employers, and workers—underscoring Bahrain's commitment to inclusive labour dialogue. The delegation also features Ambassador Abdullah Abdullatif Abdullah, Bahrain's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva, along with several members of the Kingdom's permanent mission. The conference, a key event on the global labour calendar, is spotlighting the report presented by International Labour Organization (ILO) Director-General Gilbert Houngbo. The report emphasizes the integration of decent work principles at the heart of future economic development and urges member states to implement comprehensive policies that balance economic growth, job creation, and workers' rights protection. Discussions at the conference also cover pressing topics such as biological hazards in the workplace, the reinforcement of decent work values, and the promotion of equitable and safe working environments that serve the interests of all labour stakeholders. On the sidelines of the conference, Minister Khalaf held several bilateral meetings with high-ranking officials, heads of delegations, and representatives of regional and international institutions. These meetings aim to strengthen Bahrain's international labour relations and reaffirm its commitment to advancing fair and sustainable employment practices on a global scale.
