More than 5,000 ISIL detainees transferred from Syria, says Iraqi ministry
Summary
Over 5,000 people linked to ISIL have been moved from jails in Syria to a prison in Iraq, as stated by Iraq's Ministry of Justice. The transfer, requested by an international group led by the United States, aims to handle ISIL-linked detainees. Iraq is working with other countries to manage these transfers, but needs more financial help.Key Facts
- More than 5,000 ISIL-connected detainees have been transferred from Syria to Iraq.
- Iraq's Ministry of Justice says these moves are part of an effort by an international coalition led by the U.S.
- Iraqi Foreign Minister mentioned about 3,000 detainees have been moved, and talks are ongoing for more.
- The detainees include mostly Syrian nationals, with over 3,000 Syrians and at least 270 Iraqis.
- The detainees will be investigated under Iraqi law, and the international group helps with their care.
- There are reports of torture from the detainees previously moved from Syria to Iraq.
- The U.S. military is reducing its presence in Syria while moving detainees to Iraq.
- Syria, now under a new president, has joined the coalition against ISIL.
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