A documentary by Karina Chabour, a journalist for France 24, reveals the complex diplomatic and financial system that enables the United States to deport hundreds of refugees to African countries, highlighting the human tragedies involved. The film, part of a collective investigation called The Deportation Project, is coordinated by Forbidden Stories, a consortium of twenty-six international media organizations. This project focuses on the process that occurs after arrests by ICE, the federal American agency responsible for monitoring people in irregular immigration situations. The documentary sheds light on a blind spot in former President Donald Trump’s immigration policy, revealing a more discreet reality behind the visible images of violence and arrests on the streets: the deportation of people to third countries when they cannot be directly returned to their home countries. The film details how the U.S. government collaborates with foreign governments to facilitate these deportations, often involving financial incentives and diplomatic agreements. This system allows the U.S. to avoid the political and logistical challenges of directly deporting individuals to their home countries, especially when those countries are unwilling or unable to accept them. The documentary highlights the personal stories of those affected, including individuals who have been separated from their families or faced uncertain futures after being sent to countries where they may not have legal status or support. Chabour's work is part of a broader effort to uncover the hidden mechanisms of immigration enforcement, which often operate outside public view. The film provides a rare look into the bureaucratic and legal pathways that make such deportations possible, emphasizing the human cost of these policies. It also raises questions about the ethical implications of using international cooperation to manage domestic immigration issues, particularly when it involves vulnerable populations. The documentary is available to watch on France 24 and YouTube, though full access requires a subscription. This release continues France 24's commitment to investigative journalism and global issues, offering viewers a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding immigration and deportation.