Iceland’s Minister Ásmundur Einar Daðason indicates low likelihood of deportation for eleven-year-old Yazan Tamimi

Iceland’s Minister of Children and Education, Ásmundur Einar Daðason, stated that there is little likelihood of Yazan Tamimi, an eleven-year-old boy, being deported from the country. Following a government meeting, the minister clarified that the administration has not reached a decision regarding Yazan’s case, particularly concerning his potential deportation. With a critical deadline approaching this Saturday when his case will receive a substantive hearing, it appears unlikely that any immediate action will be taken.

“There is a clear situation with the postponement, which coincides with the narrow timeframe leading to Saturday, and thus it is expected that this boy will not be removed,” Ásmundur Einar commented. He emphasized the need to consider the interaction of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child in relation to other legislative frameworks.

When questioned about the status of the government coalition, Ásmundur Einar assured that cooperation remains stable and he is not aware of any threats to dissolve the coalition.

The situation surrounding Yazan has sparked discussions and protests regarding his residency status. As the government navigates ongoing political challenges, public sentiment continues to focus on the rights of vulnerable children and the humanitarian considerations of their circumstances. The upcoming hearing will likely generate further attention and discourse on these issues.