Afghanistan faces rising pressure as refugee returns surge, UN says
More than 190,000 people have crossed back into the country in recent weeks, straining already fragile services and deepening humanitarian.
Immigration
Immigration
UN expert warns EU talks with Taliban risk violating refugee protections
Richard Bennett raises concerns as European officials consider hosting Taliban representatives to discuss deportations of Afghan migrants.
Immigration
Pakistan intensifies forced returns of Afghan refugees, rights group says
Human Rights Watch cites raids, detentions and deportations amid rising tensions along the Afghan border.
Security
UN verifies 269 civilian deaths in Pakistan strike on Kabul rehab center
Taliban have put the toll higher, as calls grow for an independent investigation into the March attack.
Politics
EU special envoy visits Kabul, holds talks with Taliban official
The visit included discussions on political and economic ties, according to the Taliban Foreign Ministry.
Politics
EU lawmaker criticizes ‘red carpet’ treatment for Taliban ahead of talks
Remarks come as European officials weigh hosting Taliban representatives in Brussels to discuss deportations of Afghan migrants.
Amu Region, Politics
Russia warns of regional security risks from Afghanistan, Middle East
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says instability and militant activity could affect Central Asia and beyond.
Immigration
EU plans talks with Taliban on deporting Afghan migrants: AFP
Officials are preparing to host a Taliban delegation in Brussels as part of efforts to return migrants, despite legal and.
Afghanistan, Economy
136,000 endured weeks without food in Nuristan, aid agency says
Communities in Nuristan faced severe shortages of food and medical care before negotiations opened a narrow path for humanitarian access.
Afghanistan
Kunar earthquake survivors struggle to rebuild eight months on
Long after the August 31 disaster, hundreds of thousands remain in need as recovery stalls and funding gaps persist.