Rwanda, US Discuss Deportation Deal for Migrants

Rwanda has confirmed it is in preliminary talks with the Trump administration, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, about accepting migrants—particularly those with criminal records—deported from the United States. This echoes Rwanda's prior but abandoned agreement with the UK. The negotiations may involve financial incentives and integration support for deportees. Critics have raised concerns about Rwanda’s limited resources and human rights record, questioning the safety and ethics of the arrangement. The US is also reportedly pursuing similar agreements with countries such as Libya and El Salvador. Both the US and Rwandan governments have emphasized that discussions are ongoing and no final deal has been reached.