Why is Pakistan expelling Afghan refugees? | Inside Story
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 Published On Apr 17, 2024

Hundreds of thousands of Afghans are being forced to leave Pakistan as part of a government crackdown.
Many have lived there for decades and consider it their home.
But the Pakistani government blames Afghans for a surge in attacks by armed groups.
Human Rights groups say the deportations violate international law and that many refugees face dangers-- if they're forced to return to Afghanistan.
Is this politically motivated?
And how will Taliban officials deal with it?


Presenter: James Bays

Guests:

Nilofer Afridi Qazi - Social Worker by trade who's also a Public Policy Specialist.

Faiz Zaland - Professor of Political Science at Kabul University, who's also the Chief Executive of the Peace, Development and Democracy Organisation.

Devon Cone - Senior Advocate for Women and Girls at Refugees International.

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