Germany to take in more than 500 stranded Afghans from Pakistan

Summary

Germany plans to take in 535 Afghans stranded in Pakistan under a previously promised refugee scheme, aiming to process cases by December to prevent deportations.

Key Points
  • Germany will take in 535 Afghans stuck in Pakistan under a refugee scheme.
  • The refugees include those who worked with German forces or are at risk from the Taliban.
  • Germany aims to complete case processing by December to allow their entry.
  • Pakistan set a deadline to resolve cases or deport the Afghans back to Afghanistan.
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