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Son of alleged ISIL activist detained by Jordanian authorities for three months, High Court hears
Summary
The High Court heard that a man, whose identity is withheld for legal reasons, was detained in Jordan for almost three months without charge. He denies the State's allegations that he consulted with senior extremist leaders, arranged travel for, or recruited members for ISIL, and that he poses a national‑security threat. He has brought several proceedings, including a challenge to the Minister for Justice and Equality's decision to deport him to Jordan. The court heard that his son was detained in Jordan's General Detention Centre after disappearing while planning to travel to Turkey for study; the son was later released. The man also cited the detention of a relative who fought the Assad regime and was interrogated by Jordanian authorities. He fears torture if deported, citing past torture in Jordan that caused health problems.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Son of alleged ISIL activist detained by Jordanian authorities for three months, High Court hears. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2016-03-02 Publication
Why: Last year the authorities decided not to renew his residency permit because his child had not been residing in the State. CNI source report
Places mentioned
- High Court
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