Taliban Urges US Over Deportations

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1. 30 Oct

   Donald Trump’s administration is imminently expected to forcibly remove dozens of Afghans from the U.S. to Afghanistan, marking the first large-scale deportation flight of Afghans back into the hands of the Taliban, aid groups and human rights lawyers warn.

   4 outlets · The Independent
2. 31 Oct

   “We reaffirm our position that all countries must be able to manage their borders and immigration processes in a manner that ensures the safety, security and prosperity of their citizens,” the spokesperson said.

   2 outlets · NBC News
3. 2 Nov

   Pakistan and Afghanistan have been at odds over militant attacks, with Islamabad accusing Kabul of harbouring militants who stage cross-border attacks.

   2 outlets · Times of India

Coverage 7 articles

• 2 Nov Taliban voices 'serious concern' over US plans to deport Afghans via PakistanThe Taliban's foreign ministry spokesperson expressed serious concern over reports that the United States plans to deport around 150 Afghan nationals, including relatives of those who assisted US forces, via Pakistan to Afghanistan. The deportation is a result of previous US travel bans and efforts to end protections for some Afghans granted special immigrant visas. Human rights groups warn these deportations could…Euronews
• 2 Nov 'Act responsibly': Taliban urges US over planned deportation of Afghan immigrantsThe Afghan Taliban government called on the United States to act responsibly regarding the planned deportation of over 150 Afghan immigrants back to Afghanistan. This request came from a statement by the Taliban foreign ministry, which was issued in response to reports that US President Donald Trump's administration intends to proceed with the deportations, possibly as early as Monday, through Pakistan due to the…Times of India
• 1 Nov US to deport 150 Afghan immigrants back to KabulPresident Trump’s administration plans to deport over 150 Afghan immigrants back to Afghanistan via Pakistan, according to unnamed US officials cited by The New York Times. This move follows Trump’s travel bans and efforts to end deportation protections for Afghans, including those with special immigrant visas granted after the Taliban takeover in August 2021. Advocacy groups warn this could endanger the lives of…Dawn
• 31 Oct Afghans facing deportation from US include relatives of those who worked alongside American forces; plane will take them to PakistanDetained Afghan migrants, including relatives of those who worked with U.S. military forces during the war in Afghanistan, face deportation as early as next week. A deportation flight is planned to take individuals from Louisiana to Pakistan before continuing on to Afghanistan. Immigration advocates fear these deportees could be persecuted or tortured under Taliban rule. Charlotte Moyal's husband, for instance, has…Times of India
• 31 Oct Trump administration plans to deport some Afghan immigrants to AfghanistanPresident Trump's administration is planning to deport approximately 150 Afghan immigrants to Afghanistan, with the first expulsions expected as soon as Monday. The affected individuals include those who fled after the Taliban takeover in 2021 and some are relatives of Afghans who served alongside U.S. forces. Deportations will likely be routed through Pakistan due to lack of diplomatic ties between Washington and…The Straits Times
• 31 Oct Trump administration set to deport Afghan refugees to Pakistan — endangering their lives, critics sayThe Trump administration is planning to deport Afghan refugees and asylum seekers to Pakistan, according to NBC News. This move could occur as early as Monday and involves individuals, including relatives of those who worked with U.S. forces against the Taliban. Critics argue this action endangers lives because these deportees may face severe consequences if returned to Afghanistan by Pakistan. The deportation plan…NBC News
• 30 Oct Trump plans to deport dozens of Afghans back to the Taliban in first large-scale removal flightDonald Trump’s administration plans to deport around 150 Afghans back to Afghanistan in a large-scale removal flight from Louisiana to Pakistan. This includes family members of U.S. allies and LGBTQ+ individuals who may face severe risks upon return. By routing the deportation through Pakistan, the administration circumvents direct responsibility for sending these individuals into dangerous conditions. Former…The Independent

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