35 h. ago Deputy PM begins Kabul visit as Pakistan cracks down on Afghan refugees

Deputy PM begins Kabul visit as Pakistan cracks down on Afghan refugees  The Tribune

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44 h. ago Nearly 50,000 Afghan children deported from Pakistan in 15 days

In the past 15 days, nearly 50,000 Afghan children were deported from Pakistan, facing severe challenges upon their return. In the first 16 days of April 2024, around 50,000 children were among the Afghan refugees expelled from Pakistan. Save the Children has warned that these children face a high risk of separation from their families […] The post Nearly 50,000 Afghan children deported from Pakistan in 15 days appeared first on Khaama Press.

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44 h. ago Japan to provide $3 million to support Afghan Refugees in Pakistan

Japan pledges $3 million to aid Afghan refugees in Pakistan, amid ongoing forced deportations, harassment, and reported torture by Pakistani authorities. Japan has announced a $3 million contribution to support UNHCR programs aiding Afghan refugees in Pakistan. The funds will help provide healthcare, identification documents, and services addressing gender-based violence. Funded through Japan’s supplementary budget, […] The post Japan to provide $3 million to support Afghan Refugees in Pakistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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47 h. ago Pakistan FM visits Kabul amid ongoing deportation of over 800,000 Afghan refugees

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, arrived in Kabul on Saturday for a one-day official visit. This comes amid the expulsion of over 85,000 Afghans, including mostly children, in just over two weeks, causing significant concern and hardship for displaced families. Pakistan has launched a strict campaign to deport over 800,000 Afghans by the end of […] The post Pakistan FM visits Kabul amid ongoing deportation of over 800,000 Afghan refugees appeared first on Khaama Press.

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57 h. ago Pakistan's deportations of Afghan refugees reaches 1 million

Pakistan's deportations of Afghan refugees reaches 1 million  DW

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4 d. ago Khalilzad: Pakistan may be using refugee expulsions to transfer ISIS fighters to Afghanistan

Khalilzad Claims Pakistan is Exploiting Afghan refugees Deportations as a Cover to transfer ISIS Fighters into Afghanistan for Strategic Purposes. Zalmay Khalilzad, the former U.S. envoy, has raised concerns about the widespread deportation of migrants from Pakistan, suggesting that Islamabad might use the situation as a cover to relocate ISIS operatives to Afghanistan. This morning, […] The post Khalilzad: Pakistan may be using refugee expulsions to transfer ISIS fighters to Afghanistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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4 d. ago Despite crackdown, Afghan refugees remain rooted in Pakistan’s northwest

Despite crackdown, Afghan refugees remain rooted in Pakistan’s northwest  Al Jazeera

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5 d. ago Over 2,600 Afghan Refugees awaiting Resettlement in Pakistan, Says Bild

Over 2,600 Afghan refugees with approved resettlement from Germany are currently in Pakistan, awaiting relocation. According to Bild newspaper, on Tuesday, April 15, more than 2,600 Afghan refugees with approved resettlement commitments from Germany are currently living in Pakistan. Despite facing opposition from the ruling party, these individuals are awaiting transfer to Germany. The German […] The post Over 2,600 Afghan Refugees awaiting Resettlement in Pakistan, Says Bild appeared first on Khaama Press.

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5 d. ago Germany to conduct 3 more Flights for Afghan Refugees from Pakistan

Germany plans three additional charter flights by April’s end to relocate Afghan refugees from Pakistan, continuing its resettlement efforts. Germany’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced plans to conduct three additional charter flights by the end of April to relocate Afghan refugees from Pakistan. These flights aim to bring former Afghan employees of German institutions, […] The post Germany to conduct 3 more Flights for Afghan Refugees from Pakistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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6 d. ago Thousands of Afghan families facing Humanitarian Crisis after forced deportation from Pakistan

Over 44,000 Afghan refugees have been forcibly deported from Pakistan since April 1, facing severe shortages of food, water, and shelter. Thousands of Afghan families forcibly deported from Pakistan are facing a dire humanitarian crisis. Since April 1, over 44,000 individuals, including many children, have been expelled under Pakistan’s Illegal Foreigners Return Program. These returnees, […] The post Thousands of Afghan families facing Humanitarian Crisis after forced deportation from Pakistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago Sharp rise in forced deportation of Afghan refugees from Pakistan

Nearly 45,000 Afghan refugees have returned from Pakistan in ten days amid a sharp rise in forced deportations, UNHCR reports. Since the second phase of the forced deportation campaign began, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reports that 44,900 Afghan refugees have returned from Pakistan to Afghanistan in just ten days, from April […] The post Sharp rise in forced deportation of Afghan refugees from Pakistan appeared first on Khaama Press.

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8 d. ago Pakistani Outlet criticizes Western Countries for abandoning Afghan refugees

A Pakistani outlet has criticized Western nations for abandoning Afghan refugees who once supported them, leaving many stranded in Pakistan. The Pakistani newspaper Dawn has sharply criticized the behavior of Western countries towards Afghan refugees, describing it as “cruel.” The report, published on April 12, highlights how thousands of Afghan refugees, who previously collaborated with […] The post Pakistani Outlet criticizes Western Countries for abandoning Afghan refugees appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Over 11,000 Afghan Refugees expelled from Pakistan; PoR cardholders protected until June 30

Over 11,000 Afghan migrants have been expelled from Pakistan in the latest phase, while PoR cardholders are protected until June 30. Pakistani media reports have revealed that, since the beginning of the second phase of forced Afghan migrant expulsions, 11,371 Afghan migrants were deported from the country between April 1 to April 9. This includes […] The post Over 11,000 Afghan Refugees expelled from Pakistan; PoR cardholders protected until June 30 appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Pakistan Defies Global Appeals with Mass Deportations of Afghan Refugees

Pakistan Defies Global Appeals with Mass Deportations of Afghan Refugees  8am media

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1 week ago Afghan Refugees’ property looted and expelled with abuse in Pakistan: Officials

Afghan refugees in Pakistan are reportedly facing abuse and property looting during forced expulsions, according to officials’ statements. The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriations of Afghanistan has condemned the ongoing detention and forced deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan. According to the ministry, these migrants are subjected to violence and their belongings are seized by […] The post Afghan Refugees’ property looted and expelled with abuse in Pakistan: Officials appeared first on Khaama Press.

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1 week ago Violating Afghan Refugees’ Rights Will Not Solve Pakistan’s Woes

Violating Afghan Refugees’ Rights Will Not Solve Pakistan’s Woes  افغانستان اینترنشنال

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1 week ago Pakistan defense minister calls critics of Afghan refugee expulsion ‘Enemies of Pakistan’

Pakistan’s Defense Minister condemned critics of Afghan migrant expulsions, calling them “enemies” and asserting that they have no place in Pakistan. Pakistan’s Defense Minister has responded to criticism regarding the forced expulsion of Afghan migrants, labeling critics as “enemies of Pakistan.” He emphasized that those who do not respect the country have no place in […] The post Pakistan defense minister calls critics of Afghan refugee expulsion ‘Enemies of Pakistan’ appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago For Afghan Refugees In Pakistan, A ‘Cruel’ Countdown Has Begun

For Afghan Refugees In Pakistan, A ‘Cruel’ Countdown Has Begun  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

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2 w. ago Pakistan’s Parliament to review plan for returning Afghan refugees

Pakistan’s Parliament is set to review plans for the forced return of Afghan refugees amid growing domestic and international concerns. As pressure intensifies on Afghan refugees in Pakistan, local media have reported that the National Assembly of Pakistan is set to hold a session on Monday April 7, to discuss the forced repatriation of undocumented […] The post Pakistan’s Parliament to review plan for returning Afghan refugees appeared first on Khaama Press.

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2 w. ago Pakistan to begin forced deportation of 16,000 Afghan refugees from Karachi

Pakistan has announced plans to begin the forced deportation of 16,000 Afghan migrants with citizenship cards, raising concerns internationally. Security officials in Pakistan’s Sindh province have announced the commencement of the forced deportation of 16,138 Afghan citizens holding Afghan Citizen Cards (ACC). Pakistani media reported on Friday, April 4, that more than 150 individuals have […] The post Pakistan to begin forced deportation of 16,000 Afghan refugees from Karachi appeared first on Khaama Press.

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