Iranian official claims undocumented migrants use fake identity documents
Fattah Mohammadi, Deputy Political Governor of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province, told Iran’s state broadcaster IRIB that both legal and undocumented.
Immigration, Uncategorized
Economy, Immigration
Italy pledges €3.5 million in aid for returnees in Afghanistan
The funding comes as forced deportations of Afghan migrants from Iran and Pakistan continue to rise.
Women
EU calls for protection of women’s rights in Afghanistan
“We condemn the systemic, deliberate, and systematic character of the Taliban’s oppression of women, girls, and marginalized groups,” the EU.
Security
Second round of Torkham talks canceled as Taliban skip meeting: Sources
The meeting was intended to resolve ongoing disputes that have kept the crossing closed for 20 days.
Immigration
Trump moves to undermine court order on refugee admissions, advocate says
Advocacy groups warn that the administration is resisting efforts to comply with the ruling.
Women
Irish health minister condemns Taliban’s human rights violations
“Ireland will continue to stand with Afghan women and girls,” she said.
Immigration
Trump administration says refugee admissions could take months to resume
In a filing with the U.S. District Court in Seattle, the Justice Department acknowledged significant delays in restarting the USRAP.
Security
Second round of talks on Torkham crossing expected today
A 32-member Pakistani delegation is expected to travel to Torkham for the talks.
Women
UN chief: Women face ‘horrific wrongs’ under Taliban
“Women and girls are still confronting a horrific set of wrongs against their rights," Guterres said.
Taliban Internal Rift
Sources: Senior Taliban officials travel to Kandahar for talks with their leader
According to sources, the discussions may include recent internal tensions within the Taliban.