KABUL: Afghan authorities have confirmed that over 2,500 Afghan nationals were returned from neighboring Iran and Pakistan on Saturday, marking another significant wave of repatriation amid ongoing regional migration pressures.
According to official figures, a total of 668 families, comprising 2,553 individuals, re-entered Afghanistan within one day. The information was shared by Mullah Hamdullah Fitrat, Deputy Spokesman of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA), citing a report from the High Commission for Addressing Migrants’ Issues.
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The returnees crossed into the country through multiple border points, including Islam Qala in Herat, Pul-i-Abresham in Nimroz, Spin Boldak in Kandahar, Bahramcha in Helmand, and the Torkham crossing in Nangarhar.
Officials stated that 694 families, totaling 4,310 individuals, were transported to their respective provinces after arrival. In addition, 531 families received humanitarian assistance, aimed at easing their reintegration and addressing immediate needs.
Telecommunication support was also provided, with 747 SIM cards distributed to the returning refugees by mobile service providers to help them stay connected with family members and access essential services.
The latest development follows a similar movement on Friday, when 2,370 Afghan migrants were also sent back from Iran and Pakistan, highlighting a continued rise in daily returns.
Authorities say coordination efforts are ongoing to manage the influx and ensure basic support for returnees as they resettle across different regions of the country.
