In Islamabad, a total of 183 individuals without legal documentation were deported from the city in 2025. However, this move has been met with concern by the Afghan Embassy in Pakistan, which claims that approximately 800 refugees have been arrested, including those holding valid visas and identification cards. The embassy asserts that these arrests were unlawful due to ambiguity in the special permit process, resulting in the deportation of individuals who had submitted applications for visa extensions and possessed documentation from UNHCR and SHARP. This has led to separated families, including women and children, and the Afghan Embassy is urging the Government of Pakistan to address their concerns.
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