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MNN Global · December 14, 2025 · 1 min read

US deportee fears jihadist threats after return to Somalia

What happened: A former Uber driver in the US has been deported to Somalia and now fears threats from jihadist groups. The BBC spoke to him in Mogadishu amid wider concerns among Somali migrants about their safety after deportation.

Why it matters:

  • Highlights the risks faced by deported Somali migrants in a volatile security environment.
  • Raises questions about the support and protection available to returnees in Somalia.

MNN Take: Deportations to Somalia expose individuals to complex security challenges, including threats from extremist groups, underscoring the need for careful consideration of migrants' safety post-return.

Sources: BBC World