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Iran Expels 508,000 Afghans Amid Dire Border Conditions

7/12/2025

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Since June 24, Iran has forcibly expelled over 508,000 Afghans, citing national security and alleged espionage amid rising tensions from the Israel conflict. However, returnees are met with dire conditions at the Afghan border, enduring reports of abuse and discrimination that paint a grim picture of their plight.

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Since June 24, Iran has forcibly expelled over 508,000 Afghans, citing national security and alleged espionage amid rising tensions from the Israel conflict. However, returnees are met with dire conditions at the Afghan border, enduring reports of abuse and discrimination that paint a grim picture of their plight.