A large-scale return of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, Iran, and Türkiye is continuing, with more than 111,000 individuals returning to Afghanistan in the past month, according to the Taliban’s Ministry of Refugees.
Mass Return from Neighboring Countries
Ministry spokesperson Abdul Muttalib Haqqani said that 111,324 Afghan refugees have returned either voluntarily or through deportation. Among them are 13,834 families from Pakistan, 823 families from Iran, and 19 families from Türkiye. The report also states that 32,295 individuals were forcibly deported from host countries.
Difficulties Faced by Returning Refugees
Many returnees have reported severe hardships in host countries, including strict restrictions, economic pressure, and mistreatment. They claimed they were not given enough time to collect their belongings, leaving behind property and savings. Upon return, many are facing a shortage of housing and basic facilities.
Government Efforts for Reintegration
The Taliban’s Ministry of Urban Development and Housing said efforts are underway to resettle returnees. Authorities claim that over 7,000 residential plots were distributed in 11 provinces during the last solar year, with ongoing projects aimed at building permanent settlements for returning families.
