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Four Turkish nationals who sought refuge in the country were abducted by State agents and repatriated to Ankara, despite enjoying UN protection that outlaws such actions. Foreign Affairs PS Korir Sing'oei confirmed: "Kenya acceded to this request on the strength of the robust historical and strategic relations anchored on bilateral instruments between our respective countries."
Let's unpack this kizungu mingi. It simply means: "Kenya has little regard for established international protocols, especially if they come in the way of our short-term and short-sighted political goals." The four were reportedly picked up from various locations in Nairobi by armed, hooded chaps-the sort that arrested perceived leaders of the recent youth-led protests-and bundled into unmarked vehicles, before being ferreted to the airport for deportation.
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