A Forgotten Crisis—Mass Forced Returns Are Pushing Afghanistan to a Breaking Point | Opinion
Summary
This article discusses the situation faced by Afghan families who are being forced to return to Afghanistan from Iran and Pakistan. The returned Afghans are encountering difficulties due to Afghanistan's economic problems, lack of resources, and recent natural disasters.Key Facts
- Over 2 million Afghans have been forced to return to Afghanistan this year.
- Many returnees are coming from Iran and Pakistan due to political reasons.
- Afghanistan is dealing with a humanitarian crisis, with half of the population needing aid.
- Recent earthquakes in Afghanistan have destroyed villages and caused thousands of deaths.
- Returnees face problems like lack of health care, shelter, and job opportunities.
- 65% of Afghan women surveyed received no help upon returning.
- The Danish Refugee Council is providing cash assistance and education about dangers like landmines to returning Afghans.
- International aid to Afghanistan has decreased, reducing support for returning families.
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