Nearly 300 Deported Migrants Stranded in Panama

Afghan migrants and others deported from the U.S. to Panama are facing a precarious situation, feeling stranded and without clear options for their future. Many of these individuals, including nearly 300 asylum seekers from countries like Afghanistan, Cameroon, and Somalia, risked their lives to reach the U.S. but were swiftly returned to Panama under past U.S. deportation policies. Initially held in a guarded camp, they have now been released with temporary permits but only 30 days to determine their next steps. Humanitarian organizations are stepping in to provide shelter and legal support, yet the deportees express fears of returning home due to potential persecution. The situation highlights the broader challenges of U.S. immigration policies and the dire conditions faced by migrants. As they navigate this uncertainty, many report feeling hopeless and trapped in a legal limbo.