Four Peruvians Sent to Congo from U.S. Return Home, Foreign Ministry Confirms
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Four Peruvian citizens, previously transferred from the U.S. to the Democratic Republic of Congo, have returned to Peru.
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed their safe return, facilitated by the Peruvian Consular Section in Nairobi and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
- The ministry reiterated its commitment to assisting Peruvians abroad, regardless of their migratory status.
Four Peruvian citizens who were transferred from the United States to the Democratic Republic of Congo have safely returned to their home country, Peru. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed their return, stating they are in good health.
The repatriation was made possible through the efforts of the Peruvian Consular Section in Nairobi and the support of the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The ministry's consular office issued and sent necessary travel documents to the IOM office in Kinshasa to ensure the safe transfer of the individuals.
The consular office proceeded to issue and send the necessary travel documents to the IOM office in Kinshasa, in order to guarantee the transfer.
Upon their arrival in Peru, the health of the four citizens was verified. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its dedication to protecting and assisting Peruvians abroad, emphasizing that consular assistance is provided without distinction of migratory status, always safeguarding the rights and well-being of compatriots.
The case gained attention after the four Peruvians were sent to the DRC from the U.S., raising concerns about their transit and return conditions. This incident occurred during an administration known for deportations to countries with which migrants have no ties, sparking questions regarding security and human rights.
Consular assistance is provided without distinction of migratory status, always safeguarding the will, integrity, and rights of our compatriots.
Originally published by La Repรบblica in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.