Nearly 12,000 Afghan migrants were deported from Iran and Pakistan from July 3-6, according to the Taliban-led Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation, as reported by Khaama Press. The ministry's newsletter detailed that 11,997 Afghan migrants were expelled by the governments of these two countries and subsequently returned to Afghanistan.
These deportees entered Afghanistan through the borders of Torghundi, Spin Boldak, Islam Qala-Herat, and Abreshim-Nimruz. This trend of deporting Afghan migrants continues amid a significant humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan, despite international reactions and condemnation.
The forced deportation from Iran and Pakistan has worsened the dire humanitarian conditions in Afghanistan, where many returnees face uncertain futures in a country plagued by economic instability and a lack of basic services.
The sudden influx of returnees has overwhelmed local communities and stretched the capacities of humanitarian organisations struggling to provide adequate support.
Human rights groups and international organisations have condemned these mass deportations, raising concerns about the safety and well-being of Afghan deportees.
They argue that such actions violate international law, particularly the principle of non-refoulement, which prohibits the forced return of refugees to a country where they may face persecution or serious harm.
In addition to the forced deportations, Afghanistan is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis. Vulnerable groups, including women and children, are among the deportees, further highlighting the ongoing human rights violations and challenges in protecting the rights and safety of Afghan refugees.
Since taking power, the Taliban has imposed numerous restrictions on women, including closing schools for girls from grades 7 to 12, barring women from pursuing university education, and preventing most Afghan female staff from working at aid agencies. The Taliban has also shut down beauty salons and restricted travel for women without a male guardian.
The international community has expressed deep concern over these developments, urging immediate action to address the humanitarian crisis and protect the rights of Afghan migrants.
The forced deportations and the Taliban's restrictive policies have drawn widespread criticism, emphasising the urgent need for a coordinated response to support the returnees and address the broader issues facing Afghanistan.
As the situation continues to unfold, the plight of Afghan migrants remains a pressing global concern, necessitating increased humanitarian aid and international solidarity to mitigate the crisis and uphold the rights of vulnerable populations.
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