Munich, Jan. 26 -- The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) raised alarm over the ongoing hunger strike by 48 Uyghur refugees in Bangkok, which has now entered its 15th day, as they face the threat of being deported to China.

In a press release, WUC stated that these refugees, who fled persecution in East Turkistan in 2014, are at risk of "severe consequences" if forced to return to China, where the government has been accused of "systematic human rights violations" against the Uyghurs.

The detainees have vowed to continue their strike until they can meet with UNHCR officials, but Thai authorities have yet to respond to their demands.

WUC further highlighted that the group began their hunger strike on January 10, after learning they could be de...