Nearly 4,000 Afghans Returned to Afghanistan on Thursday

Nearly four thousand people returned to Afghanistan on Thursday according to figures released by the Taliban. Seven hundred fifty three families, totaling three thousand nine hundred eight individuals, crossed the border at four different points. The crossings used were Torkham, Spin Boldak, Islam Qala, and Nimroz.

Taliban deputy spokesperson Hamidullah Fitrat made the announcement in a statement on Saturday, twenty three Jawza. Of the total, six hundred one families including three thousand one hundred sixty one people entered through the Torkham border crossing. This represented the largest share of the returns.

Ninety nine families returned via the Spin Boldak crossing in Kandahar province. Thirty seven families came through the Nimroz border crossing. Sixteen families entered at the Islam Qala crossing in Herat province.

The rate of returns and deportations of Afghan migrants from neighboring countries has increased in recent months. This increase has prompted reactions from international bodies.

Georgette Gagnon, the acting head of UNAMA, shared her concerns with the UN Security Council. She noted the lack of housing and jobs for the returnees as a significant issue.

These returns highlight the ongoing challenges in managing migration flows in the region. The Taliban statement did not include information on any assistance provided to the arriving families or their intended destinations within Afghanistan.