Denmark cooperating with Taliban embassy in Norway on deporting 57 Afghan migrants
The Danish government is working with the Taliban embassy in Norway to deport 57 Afghan citizens whose asylum requests were rejected or who committed crimes, according to the Danish Immigration Service.
Denmark's TV2 network, citing Danish officials, reported that the contact is limited to technical cooperation and does not constitute recognition of the Taliban. Danish authorities emphasized that discussions are restricted to consular matters.
Norway stated it has no role in facilitating this cooperation. Andreas Motsfeldt Kravik, deputy foreign minister of Norway, noted that the Afghan embassy in Oslo also serves Denmark and Iceland but that Norway does not influence their bilateral relations with the embassy.
Kravik did not deny plans for returning Afghan refugees from Norway, saying the matter falls under Norway's Ministry of Justice and Public Security. He added that Norwegian immigration officials assess the human rights situation in Afghanistan and the principle of non-refoulement to unsafe countries.
Germany and Austria have previously contacted the Taliban regarding the deportation of Afghan migrants.
Know more about this story?
If you have additional information or believe something is inaccurate, let us know. Your tips help us stay accurate.
More in International
New York Mayor Proposes Requesting Return of Koh-i-Noor Diamond from British Crown
Trump Administration Reviews Potential Reduction of US Troops in Germany
U.S. Demands Iranian Surrender Amid Naval Blockade and Rising Oil Prices
Russian Diplomatic Envoy Visits Kabul to Discuss Bilateral Relations
ReliableNew York Mayor Proposes Requesting Return of Koh-i-Noor Diamond from British Crown
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated he would request the return of the Koh-i-Noor diamond from King Charles III, reigniting debates over the gem's ownership between Afghanistan and India. The mayor avoided naming a specific recipient due to the diplomatic sensitivity of the issue.
ReliableTrump Administration Reviews Potential Reduction of US Troops in Germany
The Trump administration is reviewing a potential reduction of approximately 33,900 US troops in Germany following Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s comments on the US-Iran conflict. A final decision on the drawdown is expected soon.
ReliableU.S. Demands Iranian Surrender Amid Naval Blockade and Rising Oil Prices
U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded Iran's surrender following a successful naval blockade, while Iranian officials and the IRGC reject the pressure and warn of retaliation. The standoff has driven oil prices past $120 per barrel and expanded into Lebanon, prompting UN warnings of severe hunger.
UnverifiedRussian Diplomatic Envoy Visits Kabul to Discuss Bilateral Relations
A Russian diplomatic envoy visited Kabul to hold discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between Moscow and Afghan authorities. The meetings addressed shared regional priorities and established a framework for continued diplomatic engagement.