The United Nations has actually verified that a small number of Iranians, including dual Iranian-Afghan nationals, have crossed into Afghanistan following the outbreak of conflict between Iran and Israel.According to the UN refugee firm (UNHCR), around 30 families with double citizenship have actually gone into Afghanistan, and a minimal variety of Iranian asylum candidates were signed up on Sunday, June 22.
UNHCR Representative in Afghanistan, Arafat Jamal, stated that the firm is closely keeping an eye on developments at border crossings and is totally prepared to support any Iranians getting away the violence.He also highlighted the broader local displacement crisis, keeping in mind that given that 2023, an estimated 3.5 million Afghan migrants have actually returned from Iran and Pakistan—-- many under duress.Jamal highlighted the need for all returns to be performed with dignity and gotten in touch with the global neighborhood to buy Afghanistan’& rsquo; s long-lasting peace and advancement.“& ldquo; We are at the borders-- in Milak and Islam Qala.
We are keeping an eye on the circumstance and certainly we are ready to get Iranians if they choose to come.
At the moment, we have not observed great deals,” & rdquo; Jamal stated.
& ldquo; We have actually seen about 30 families that have double citizenship –-- Iranian and Afghan nationality.
And I think that the other day we might have received just some small numbers of pure Iranian cases, however it is not huge numbers at the minute,” & rdquo; he added.UNHCR is working together with Afghan government institutions and humanitarian partners to strengthen returnee reintegration programs.
Jamal further advised neighboring nations to continue hosting Afghan refugees in a humane and respectful way, while reaffirming UNHCR’& rsquo; s dedication to supporting those displaced by the ongoing dispute.
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