Mass Afghan Expulsion: Pakistan’s Border Crackdown Intensifies

Pakistan has resumed its deportation drive targeting Afghan nationals, escalating tensions along the southwestern border. Thousands of Afghans have been ordered to leave, creating a humanitarian crisis.

On Friday, August 1, 2025, an estimated 5,000 Afghans congregated at the Chaman border crossing, awaiting their fate. This follows a larger exodus of over one million Afghans since the start of 2023.

Pakistan cites security concerns and economic pressures as justification for the mass deportations. The government alleges Afghan nationals’ involvement in militant activities within the country.

This renewed crackdown raises serious humanitarian concerns, potentially leading to a refugee crisis and further straining already fragile relations between the two nations. The international community must urge Pakistan to reconsider this harsh policy, focusing instead on collaborative solutions to address shared security challenges. The long-term implications for regional stability are deeply troubling.