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Pakistan's Mass Deportation of Afghans Sparks Human Rights Concerns

4/18/2025

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Pakistan Deporting Afghans

Since April 1, Pakistan has sent back over 80,000 Afghan nationals, a move labeled "forced deportation" by Afghanistan. With a looming deadline for illegal foreigners to exit, the government cites security issues. Human rights advocates raise alarms, fearing that these mass expulsions could jeopardize the safety of vulnerable returnees, especially women and children.

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Fazlur Rehman Condemns Deportation

Maulana Fazlur Rehman condemned Pakistan's forced repatriation of Afghan nationals as a grave human rights violation, urging the world to take notice. In a bid to alleviate rising tensions, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar is set to visit Afghanistan, focusing on security concerns and the plight of Afghan refugees amidst ongoing diplomatic negotiations.

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Pakistan Deporting Afghans

Since April 1, Pakistan has sent back over 80,000 Afghan nationals, a move labeled "forced deportation" by Afghanistan. With a looming deadline for illegal foreigners to exit, the government cites security issues. Human rights advocates raise alarms, fearing that these mass expulsions could jeopardize the safety of vulnerable returnees, especially women and children.

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