Over 2,000 Afghan refugees returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan and Iran in a single day, as reported by a Taliban official. The repatriation included 450 families, totaling 2,254 individuals, who crossed various border points. Among the returnees, some families were resettled in their hometowns, while others received humanitarian aid.
Telecommunication companies distributed 390 SIM cards to the returning refugees, according to the official. Additionally, a significant number of Afghan migrants were deported from Pakistan and Iran due to escalating tensions. Afghan refugees in Pakistan have expressed concerns about their safety and rights, citing instances of harassment and exploitation by authorities.
The situation for Afghan refugees in Pakistan has been described as dire, with reports of police pressure, arrests, and extortion. Many refugees live in fear and uncertainty, lacking basic human rights and facing inhumane conditions. The ongoing challenges have raised questions about the protection of refugee rights and the government’s commitment to upholding human rights.
