Islamabad, Aug. 2 -- The Pakistani government has announced the resumption of deporting illegal foreign nationals, including Afghan citizens, ARY News reported, citing the Ministry of Interior.

This decision will involve the application of Section 14-B of the Foreigners Act to facilitate the repatriation of Afghan nationals who are currently under trial or have been convicted, the ministry added.

The Ministry of Interior has cited the expiration of the Proof of Registration (PoR) cards on June 30, which previously allowed Afghan refugees to legally reside in Pakistan. As a result, PoR cardholders who remain in the country after the expiration date are now considered illegal residents.

The ministry has issued directives to district admi...