Calm Restored at Costa Rica Border Following Detention of Rioter
Costa Rica has confirmed stability is restored at the southern border after riots broke out between police and migrants.
Stay updated with breaking news from Paso Canoas. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Costa Rica has confirmed stability is restored at the southern border after riots broke out between police and migrants.
President Chaves said he’s ordered the deportation of those who “behave badly,” and warned of the increase in migrants heading north.
Costa Rica in Central America intends to declare a state of emergency due to an increased wave of migrants on their way to Mexico and later cross to the United States. 'I have instructed the security ministry to take a firm stance with anyone who takes Costa Rica's kindness for weakness,' Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves said at a media briefing, referring to recent riots by migrants crossing the nation.
Costa Rica will declare a migration emergency and deport those who "behave badly."
The president has ordered officials to "take a firm stance." Germany's human rights commissioner has raised concern over the rights situation in the region that forces many to flee.