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Maritza Flores, from El Salvador, was one of about 1,200 people who travelled in a so called “caravan” of migrants north through Mexico in April, headed for the US border.

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Gang violence is rife in El Salvador and Honduras. According to UN figures, the two nations have the two highest homicide rates in the world.

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canada goose coats People seeking asylum in the US can request a “credible fear” interview if returning home would put their life at risk. An asylum officer then tries to establish if their request is based on a fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political beliefs or Canada Goose Outlet membership of a particular group, including a gang. canada goose coats

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