Afghan whose details were in UK data breach at risk from Taliban if deported, son tells BBC
Summary
An Afghan man, whose personal details were leaked due to a UK data breach, faces the risk of deportation from Pakistan back to Afghanistan. His son claims this deportation puts the man, who worked with British forces, at risk from the Taliban. The family applied for UK relocation but remains in Pakistan as they await a decision.Key Facts
- A significant data breach revealed the personal details of many Afghans, including this man and his family.
- The man was part of Afghan special forces that worked with British forces, known as the Triples.
- Pakistani authorities are deporting what they describe as "illegal foreign nationals," including this man's family.
- The Taliban claims Afghans can safely live in Afghanistan, but a UN report disagrees with this assurance.
- The family applied for relocation to the UK under the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP).
- The son's statement expresses fear for their safety if deported to Afghanistan due to past associations with British forces.
- The Ministry of Defence did not comment on individual cases but reiterated its commitment to those eligible for relocation.
- The family, including young children, was detained in Pakistan as they await a decision on their application.
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