Afghan Refugees in Pakistan Facing Deportation

Afghan refugees in Pakistan face deportation as the U.S. refugee program is halted, putting their lives at risk if they return to Afghanistan. The situation is exacerbated by slow resettlement processes and lack of legal options in Pakistan.

Suspension of U.S. Refugee Program

The State Department suspended the refugee program, halting all refugee flights into the United States under a directive from President Trump's executive order. Advocates express concerns about refugees being left stranded and the impact on national security. The Biden administration had been working on rebuilding the program, which had seen a significant increase in refugee resettlement in recent years.