2018 Federal Court hearing in Canada assesses legality of deporting Mohamed Harkat, accused of al-Qaida ties, 22 years after his arrival.

The Canadian government is still pursuing the deportation of Mohamed Harkat, an Ottawa resident accused of ties to al-Qaida, more than 22 years after his arrival in Canada. A Federal Court hearing in December will assess the legality of a 2018 official opinion deeming him a serious threat. Harkat, who fears torture if returned to Algeria, argues he is an ordinary refugee with no direct involvement in terrorism. His lawyer calls the deportation notion "irresponsible."

September 21, 2024
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