After being deported from the U.S., Russian national German Smirnov, along with his wife and son, find themselves in a migrant camp in Costa Rica, along with 110 other migrants from Asian and African countries. They are facing limited options from Costa Rican officials, including applying for asylum in Costa Rica, returning to their home countries, waiting it out in the shelter, or documenting their case to request asylum in another country. Many migrants are confused, torn, and have little information to help them. Some have fled the camp unauthorized or have been repatriated, while others remain behind a fence, forbidden to leave without proper documents. Despite being aware of their options, many migrants, like Smirnov, fear returning to their home countries due to political unrest or personal threats. The conditions at the camp are challenging, with high temperatures, poor food, and limited access to resources. The migrants feel trapped and some have fallen ill. Costa Rica’s involvement in U.S. deportations has drawn criticism, with advocates accusing the country of being complicit in human rights violations. Costa Rican officials maintain that they are helping the U.S. out of a sense of duty and cooperation. Migrants like Smirnov and Asadi, from Afghanistan, are seeking a better future in a third country but are currently stuck in a difficult situation in Costa Rica with limited options and uncertainties about their future.
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