Five Years On: Afghan Migrants Reflect on Trauma and Resilience After Kabul Evacuations

Five years after the fall of Kabul and the evacuation operations, the situation for Afghan migrants and their painful experiences continue. Kabul Airport remains a symbol of hope and despair for many.

The Fateful Eight; Kabul Airport and the Struggle for Escape

On the morning of August 16, 2021, Hailey, then an employee of an international organization, arrived at Kabul Airport. Accompanied by her three children, she sought a chance to flee Afghanistan but was met with a horrifying scene.

Life and Death; 20 Casualties During the Evacuation Days

In the first seven days of the evacuation operation, at least 20 individuals lost their lives both inside and around the airport. The majority of these casualties resulted from gunfire and the chaos of the crowd.

Hailey; A Mother Who Couldn’t Reach Kabul Airport

During those critical days, Hailey was unable to reach the airport and had no choice but to leave Afghanistan via land routes. Now, she has been living in Pakistan for five years and often worries about her future.

Five Years After the Evacuations; New Challenges for Afghan Migrants Abroad

A man who recently left Afghanistan shared that he has spent five years away from his family, stating that the struggles continue abroad, and he still deeply misses his loved ones.

A Glimpse into the Chaotic State of Kabul Airport in 2021

During the evacuation days, Kabul Airport became a hub of frantic activity. Many individuals attempted to push through its gates, creating a scene of chaos and hopelessness.