‘We just sit here’: the broken men Australia’s offshore detention regime left behind in Papua New Guinea

Samad Abdul vividly recounts his dire journey from being detained on Manus Island to his present in Papua New Guinea, detailing a life of suffering and despair marked by the systemic neglect of Australia's detention policies. The remaining detainees face an uncertain future without support or hope, while Australia continues to bear the cost through confidential agreements with PNG. Despite legal obligations and criticism, the government remains responsible for their plight, urging urgent action to address Australia's past injustices.