INTERNATIONAL — April 13, 2026
Taliban Official Calls for Accelerating Deportation of Afghan Migrants from Pakistan
A Taliban official named Haqyar visited Afghan migrant camps in Pakistan and called for faster deportations, highlighting unsuitable conditions for women and children due to overcrowding from Pakistan's deadlines. Pakistan has accelerated expulsions of undocumented Afghans amid strained relations with the Taliban.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Afghanistan International — 2 min read
ISLAMABAD — A Taliban official has urged Pakistan to accelerate the deportation of Afghan migrants, citing unsuitable conditions in some migrant camps.
The Taliban embassy in Islamabad released a video showing representatives, including official Haqyar, visiting the camps. Haqyar stated that conditions for women and children in certain camps are unsuitable due to overcrowding triggered by Pakistan's deportation deadlines. He said the overcrowding has slowed the deportation process, forcing families to wait in tents during bad weather, while conditions in other camps remain acceptable.
Pakistan has significantly increased the pace of deporting undocumented Afghan migrants following a deterioration in relations with the Taliban amid ongoing conflicts. Authorities in Pakistan are now expelling thousands of Afghans daily.
The Taliban has previously accused Pakistan of using Afghan migrants as a tool for political pressure.
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