US sends 5 'barbaric' criminals to Eswatini

Wednesday, Jul 16, 2025 6:48 am ETnullmin read
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- The U.S. extradited five convicted criminals to Eswatini, described as "barbaric" due to violent crimes involving drugs and murder.

- The move drew international criticism over Eswatini's use of corporal punishment and death penalty in its judicial system.

- U.S. officials defended the extradition as lawful under bilateral agreements despite human rights concerns raised by advocacy groups.

- The case highlights tensions between legal deportations and ethical dilemmas in international justice frameworks.

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