The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported that more than 178,000 individuals have returned from Pakistan to Afghanistan over the past forty days.
According to the agency’s data, over 120,000 returned through the Torkham crossing and more than 51,000 via the Spin Boldak crossing.
Faramarz Barzin, deputy spokesperson for the UNHCR, stated: “From April 1 to May 12, over 120,600 people entered Afghanistan through Torkham, and more than 51,100 others returned via Spin Boldak.”
Meanwhile, Afghan returnees have voiced serious concerns about the challenges they face during the return process.
They say they are in urgent need of greater assistance, job opportunities, and access to educational and healthcare services.