More than 128,000 Afghans returned from Pakistan between April 1 and May 12, the majority of them forcibly deported, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
In a statement released this week, IOM said it has provided support to more than 68,000 of those returnees, offering emergency shelter, food, medical assistance, and protection services — particularly for vulnerable groups such as women and children.
Despite ongoing efforts, the agency warned that humanitarian needs remain high as the pace of returns continues to strain already fragile support systems inside Afghanistan.
The deportations come amid rising tensions between the two neighboring countries and increasing pressure on Afghan nationals living in Pakistan. Human rights organizations have repeatedly called for more safeguards and humanitarian access for returnees, many of whom arrive with limited resources and face uncertain futures.
IOM has called for sustained international support to ensure essential services can be delivered to those in need, particularly as border crossings remain active and vulnerable families continue to arrive daily.
