In a controversial decision by the migration court in Gothenburg, three lay judges, all from the Sweden Democrats, voted against the presiding legal judge to deport Hanif Jafari, a young man from Afghanistan, to his home country.

Despite arguments for asylum based on persecution for his ethnic background and political views, the court dismissed Jafari's concerns, questioning his credibility and the legitimacy of his claims.

Jafari, who fled Afghanistan as a teenager and has lived in Sweden for most of his adult life, fears for his life if returned, citing threats from the Taliban.

The case has sparked debate over the influence of political appointments in the judiciary and the fairness of the asylum process.

Critics argue that Jafari's trial reflects broader issues of bias and justice in migration cases.