UAE authorities positive towards extradition of human trafficking suspect Kidane, amid ongoing legal proceedings against Walid in the Netherlands

During the pro-forma hearing in the case of Walid, who is on trial for suspected of human smuggling crimes, the public prosecutor confirmed that they have made contact with authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding co-accused Kidane. The UAE authorities confirmed that they are positive towards the extradition of Kidane to the Netherlands, which means, if confirmed, that Kidane could be tried alongside Walid in the Netherlands next year.