Deportation flight leaves Germany for Afghanistan
A flight has taken off from an airport in eastern Germany deporting individuals to Afghanistan. It is the first deportation of Afghans since the Taliban took power in Kabul in 2021.
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Afghans await relocation 3 years since Taliban takeover
A former Afghan prosecutor told DW that his visa application for Germany has been turned down. The decision, he says, has prolonged his stay in Pakistan and exposed his life to further risks.
Germany: Is bureaucracy delaying Afghan journalist reception program?
So far, only six journalists from Afghanistan have managed to successfully enter Germany using a government program designed to protect particularly vulnerable individuals in the media.
German government takes 3,000 Afghans via admissions program
The German government confirmed at the end of last week that 3,000 people have been issued invitations to Germany via a special admissions program designed for those who work in the fields of women's or human rights, or have worked with the judiciary, education, or in politics, and are in danger under Taliban rule.
1,000 days after school ban, Afghan girls thrive in Rwanda – IOM
Since the Taliban barred girls from attending secondary school and university on September 18, 2021, more than 40 girls have moved from Afghanistan to Rwanda to continue their schooling starting in early 2023, IOM stated in a release.
Almost as many Afghans arriving across English Channel as in official schemes
A total of 5,662 Afghans came to the UK having crossed the English Channel in the year to March. NGOs are urging the government to facilitate safer, official routes and for family reunion rules to be eased.
German government flies more Afghans to Germany
A group of Afghans have departed from Islamabad, Pakistan with a promise of admission to Germany as part of a government program to transfer vulnerable Afghans.
Germany accused of ignoring plight of Afghans in Pakistan
Germany’s Left Party has accused the government of not acting fast enough to grant protection to Afghan refugees in Pakistan who have already been approved for relocation to Germany. Most Afghan refugees in Pakistan currently face mass deportation.
UK evacuates Afghans from Pakistan ahead of deportation deadline
A plane bringing Afghan refugees stranded in Pakistan since the Taliban takeover has landed in the UK. Evacuations are being stepped up as Pakistan prepares to deport unauthorized foreign nationals.
Who is eligible for Germany's Afghanistan reception program?
The German reception program for at risk Afghan nationals has yet to evacuate anyone, the program has been criticized for being ineffective and providing false hope to those in danger.
France evacuates Afghan women over fears of becoming targets for Taliban
France has flown five Afghan women who had been "threatened by the Taliban" to Paris, where they are due to arrive this Monday.
Afghans at risk: Where to seek help
InfoMigrants receives many requests for help from Afghan nationals. Many more are now at risk as a result of mass expulsions from Pakistan. The following information may help former local staff of the German military (Bundeswehr) and others still waiting for assistance.