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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...
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New Dawn at Rafah: Vital Gaza-Egypt Crossing Reopens, Offering Lifeline to the Wounded

 

In a significant humanitarian breakthrough, the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopened on Saturday for the first time since May. The reopening—observed by international monitors and captured on live television—enabled the first wave of medical evacuations, allowing around 50 critically ill patients, including children, to leave Gaza for treatment in Egyptian hospitals.

The crossing, a crucial exit from Gaza that bypasses Israeli-controlled borders, had remained closed amid intense military operations and political tensions. Its reopening comes as part of a broader ceasefire agreement aimed at easing the long-standing blockade and mitigating the humanitarian crisis in the besieged enclave. International agencies, including the World Health Organization, have welcomed the move as a vital step toward restoring essential medical services to thousands in need.

Authorities stress that while this initial phase marks a moment of relief for many, additional measures will be required to expand the daily quota of medical evacuations and address the wider humanitarian challenges in Gaza. As displaced families and critically wounded patients finally gain a lifeline to life-saving care, diplomatic efforts continue to seek a lasting resolution to the conflict.

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