WorldJuly 13, 2026
extradition
/ˌɛk.strəˈdɪʃ.ən/
Definition
The formal legal process of surrendering an individual from one country to another to stand trial or serve a sentence for an alleged crime.
Etymology
Derived from the French 'extradition,' which combines the Latin 'ex-' (out) and 'tradere' (to hand over). It entered English in the mid-19th century as a specific term for the transfer of accused persons between jurisdictions.
In the news
In the article, extradition is identified as a danger for dissidents who travel to countries having treaties with Belarus, as the regime may use these legal channels to force their return for political incarceration.
Distance Won’t Protect You: Belarusian Transnational Repression in Canada
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