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11 Yemeni Detainees Released from Guantanamo to Oman

1/11/2025

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The Biden administration has facilitated the transfer of 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo Bay to Oman, a move following thorough eligibility reviews. With 15 detainees still at the facility, critics warn that such releases could threaten national security, particularly in light of recent terrorist incidents. Guantanamo, operational since 2002, continues to spark human rights debates.

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Story summary

The Biden administration has facilitated the transfer of 11 Yemeni detainees from Guantanamo Bay to Oman, a move following thorough eligibility reviews. With 15 detainees still at the facility, critics warn that such releases could threaten national security, particularly in light of recent terrorist incidents. Guantanamo, operational since 2002, continues to spark human rights debates.