The Human Rights Implications of Afghan Deportations by Pakistan and Iran

The mass deportation of Afghan refugees from Iran and Pakistan in 2025 has created a significant human rights crisis, raising concerns about violations of international protection standards and the safety of people returning to Afghanistan under Taliban rule. Afghanistan now faces one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with the majority of the population dependent on aid and millions experiencing food insecurity. In this episode, Genocide Watch staffer Juliana Girotto discusses her recent report Afghan Deportations by Pakistan and Iran and the human rights implications.