Over 260 Afghan inmates freed from jails in UAE, Pakistan

Summary

A total of 261 Afghan inmates have been released from prisons in the UAE and Pakistan following diplomatic efforts and safe repatriation through Spin Boldak border.

Key Points
  • A total of 261 Afghan prisoners were released from jails in the UAE and Pakistan.
  • 108 Afghan detainees were freed in the UAE due to Afghan embassy diplomatic efforts.
  • 153 Afghans imprisoned in Pakistani cities were released and repatriated via Spin Boldak border.
  • Over 10,000 Afghan citizens remain incarcerated abroad, mainly in Iran and Pakistan, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
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