UK and EU Emphasize Continued Support for Afghan Returnees

The United Kingdom and the European Union have reiterated their commitment to assisting Afghan returnees and refugees through protection, humanitarian aid and durable solutions.

The announcements were issued one day after World Refugee Day and underscore cooperation with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organization for Migration.

The European Union posted on the social media platform X that it remains dedicated to supporting refugees, returnees, internally displaced persons and host communities by advancing protection, livelihoods and durable solutions.

The United Kingdom stated on X that its humanitarian aid, delivered through the International Organization for Migration, helps ensure vulnerable returning families receive the assistance needed to rebuild their lives.

Afghan migrants and activists have highlighted persistent challenges confronting returnees, including lack of shelter, unemployment and harsh conditions. They have called for immediate action to address these issues, particularly during the hot season.

The trend of Afghan migrant returns from neighboring countries has increased in recent years, with deportees frequently facing shortages of basic facilities upon arrival.