Taliban government voices 'serious concern' over US Afghan deportation plans
Summary
The Taliban government has voiced serious concern over reported US plans to deport Afghan immigrants via Pakistan for eventual return to Afghanistan. The plan has raised fears among advocacy groups and human rights defenders that former allies of US forces could face danger if sent back.
Key Points
- The Taliban foreign ministry said it is seriously concerned about reports that the United States plans to deport some Afghan refugees to Pakistan before sending them to Afghanistan.
- Advocacy groups say the move could endanger former allies of US forces and their families.
- Taliban authorities urged Washington to take a responsible approach and coordinate with Afghanistan over the fate of Afghan citizens.
- Pakistan has been carrying out a repatriation policy against undocumented Afghan citizens, and relations with Afghanistan remain strained.
