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Migrant's Extradition Upheld After Sexual Assault Conviction

1/20/2026

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Azizadeen Alsheikh Suliman, a migrant, lost his appeal against extradition to Germany after a 2022 conviction for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl.
A judge dismissed Suliman's asylum claims as lacking credibility, noting he had fled to the UK and claimed asylum.
The UK Home Office said it remains committed to deporting criminals, noting a 14% rise in deportations and that Suliman has seven days to appeal.

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Story summary

Azizadeen Alsheikh Suliman, a migrant, lost his appeal against extradition to Germany after a 2022 conviction for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl.
A judge dismissed Suliman's asylum claims as lacking credibility, noting he had fled to the UK and claimed asylum.
The UK Home Office said it remains committed to deporting criminals, noting a 14% rise in deportations and that Suliman has seven days to appeal.