The UAE Federal Supreme Court has officially approved the extradition of Mehdi Charafa, a French national, to France, following a request from French authorities.
Mehdi Charafa is a notorious drug trafficker, overseeing a vast criminal network operating in France and beyond © Mena Today
The UAE Federal Supreme Court has officially approved the extradition of Mehdi Charafa, a French national, to France, following a request from French authorities.
Charafa is accused of drug trafficking and money laundering, leading a major criminal network that reportedly generates tens of millions of dollars per month.
The extradition decision was made after the completion of all legal procedures in accordance with the extradition agreement signed between the UAE and France on May 2, 2007.
Initially, the Abu Dhabi Federal Appeal Court ruled in favor of Charafa’s extradition. However, the accused appealed the decision to the Federal Supreme Court, which rejected the appeal and confirmed the extradition during a session on January 14, 2025.
Charafa’s Criminal Empire and Life in Dubai
Mehdi Charafa is a notorious drug trafficker, overseeing a vast criminal network operating in France and beyond. His illicit activities have allegedly generated tens of millions of dollars every month.
To evade French authorities, Charafa fled to the UAE, seeking refuge in Dubai, where he continued to manage his drug empire from a luxurious villa. Despite being on the run, he remained active in his illegal operations, maintaining control over his network from abroad.
The approval of Charafa’s extradition highlights the UAE’s dedication to international cooperation in combating organized crime.
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