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Pakistan's Crackdown on Afghan Refugees: A Controversial Move

In recent weeks, Pakistan has intensified its efforts to arrest Afghan citizens residing in the country without proper documentation. This move has sparked significant controversy, with the Afghan Embassy in Islamabad accusing Pakistan of attempting to expel all Afghan refugees from its territory. The Afghan Embassy issued a strongly worded statement, condemning the short timeframe given by Pakistani authorities and the unilateral nature of their decision. The embassy claimed that Afghan nationals in Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been subjected to arrests, searches, and orders to leave the cities and relocate to other parts of Pakistan. Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has dismissed these allegations, stating that the authorities are merely facilitating conditions for the swift return of Afghans to their home country. The ministry emphasized that Pakistan has long threatened to deport Afghans living in the country illegally. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recently approved a March 31 dea...

Hamas Confirms Next Hostage Release Set for Saturday

 

In a recent announcement, Hamas has confirmed that the next group of Israeli hostages will be released on Saturday, as initially scheduled. This development comes as part of a complex ceasefire agreement reached earlier this month between Hamas and Israel. The head of the Hamas prisoners' media office, Nahed Al-Fakhouri, stated that the names of the hostages to be released will be provided on Saturday, with Israel similarly disclosing the names of Palestinian prisoners to be released under the deal.

The ceasefire accord, which aims to bring an end to the 15-month conflict in Gaza, outlines a six-week initial ceasefire phase. This phase includes the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages taken by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The agreement has already seen the release of three Israeli hostages and 90 Palestinian prisoners.

The upcoming release is expected to further ease tensions and pave the way for a more stable and peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict. However, the situation remains fragile, and both sides will need to adhere to the terms of the agreement to ensure its success.

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