Khaled El-Masri is a German-Lebanese man who became known for his wrongful detention and extraordinary rendition by the CIA. In 2003, he was arrested in Macedonia and subsequently transferred to a secret prison in Afghanistan, where he was held for several months without charge. His case raised significant concerns about human rights violations and the use of torture. After his release in 2004, El-Masri returned to Germany and sought legal recourse for his treatment. His story highlighted issues related to counterterrorism practices and the legal implications of extraordinary rendition, prompting discussions about the balance between security and human rights.