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Disinformation Foreign relations Immigration Iran Protests

Aug 12

Anti-Afghan protests and disinformation after murders in Iran

Anti-Afghan sentiment on the rise in Iran after alleged Afghan-linked murders.

Immigration

Feb 19

Passport offices reopening leads to significant overcrowding and subsequent reclosure

With some having waited over a year for a new passport, the reopening of passport offices in Kabul led to several days of chaos. Their reclosure means Afghans seeking to exit the country must revert to the unreliable online application process.

Foreign relations Immigration Forced Displacement

Nov 29

Taliban response to Pakistan expulsion of refugees: support announced, but poor conditions reported

The Taliban announced comprehensive support for refugees returning from Afghanistan, but reports of poor conditions have emerged from the camps set up.

Features Immigration

Mar 3

“I saw dead bodies” - the former Afghan government employees turning to human traffickers

Afghan Witness spoke to three ex-government employees and military personnel about their experiences fleeing Afghanistan, and the struggles they face in Iran and Pakistan.

Features Immigration

Mar 1

“I experienced war for the second time” – the plight of Afghans in Ukraine

Last year, some Afghans fled to Ukraine in hope of safety. Now they face war again.