Five Years On: Afghan Refugees Reflect on the Chaos of Kabul Airport and Ongoing Struggles

Five years after the fall of Kabul and the evacuation efforts, the plight of Afghan refugees and their bitter experiences continues. Kabul Airport stands as a symbol of both hope and despair for many.

The Fateful Eight; Kabul Airport and the Struggle to Escape

On the morning of August 16, 2021, Heli, then an employee of a foreign organization, arrived at Kabul Airport. Accompanied by her three children, she was searching for a chance to leave Afghanistan, but was met with a horrifying scene.

Life and Death; 20 Lives Lost During the Evacuations

During the first seven days of the evacuation operation, at least 20 people lost their lives in and around the airport. Most of these casualties were the result of gunfire and overcrowding.

Heli; A Mother Who Couldn’t Reach Kabul Airport

Heli was unable to reach the airport during those days and was forced to leave Afghanistan by land. She has now been living in Pakistan for five years and is anxious about her future.

Five Years Post-Evacuation; New Challenges for Afghan Refugees Abroad

A man who recently left Afghanistan has spent five years away from his family and reports that difficulties continue even abroad; he still longs for his relatives.

A Look Back at the Chaotic Situation at Kabul Airport in 2021

During the evacuation days, Kabul Airport became a hub of massive movement. Many people attempted to pass through its gates, creating scenes of chaos and despair.