Hard to imagine a worse time to deport Afghan refugees, human rights advocates say
Summary
Tens of thousands of Afghan refugees, who lived for many years in Pakistan and Iran, are being forced to return to Afghanistan. These deportations have increased significantly this year, leaving many families with very few belongings and without homes in their native country. The reasons behind these deportations are not completely clear, but they are reportedly linked to documentation issues.Key Facts
- Afghan refugees are being sent back to Afghanistan from Pakistan and Iran.
- Many of these refugees have been living in these countries for decades.
- Since June 1, 2023, 71,000 Afghan refugees have been deported from Pakistan and Iran.
- Families arriving in Afghanistan often have only the clothing they wear and few other belongings.
- The largest number of returnees in one day was 30,607.
- Children are especially affected, as many only know Pakistan or Iran as their home.
- The exact reasons for the increased deportations are not fully explained, but lacking proper documentation is a factor.
- Governments of the countries involved have not provided clear reasons for the deportations.
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