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The United Nations has reported that 2.7 million returning Afghan refugees are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance in 2023. These individuals are facing serious challenges, particularly in terms of livelihood and shelter.
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has released a recent report indicating that 2.7 million Afghans who have recently returned to their homeland are in dire need of humanitarian aid. The report highlights the critical importance of providing shelter, education, and health services for these returnees.
According to the UN, approximately 6 million Afghans have returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan and Iran since late 2022. This figure reflects a significant increase in the number of Afghan returnees, particularly following the political changes in the country.
The Ministry of Refugees and Repatriations of the Taliban government has announced the distribution of residential land for over 65,000 returning families this week. The ministry stated that the process of land distribution will continue.
Returning migrants from Iran and Pakistan have spoken to media outlets about the severe issues they are facing regarding shelter and livelihood. They emphasized their need for humanitarian aid and expressed concern over their difficult circumstances.
According to the International Organization for Migration, the deportation of Afghan migrants from Pakistan and Iran has intensified in recent weeks. Many returnees are in urgent need of assistance due to the precarious economic and social conditions in Afghanistan.