Washington, Aug. 3 -- The US government on Monday announced a new programme to give certain Afghan nationals and their eligible family members.a chance to resettle in America as refugees.

"Today, the Department of State is announcing a Priority 2 (P-2) designation granting U.S. Refugee Admissions Program (USRAP) access for certain Afghan nationals and their eligible family members," read a statement issued by the US State Department.

Afghanistan is witnessing increased violence as foreign forces are leaving the nation.

The Taliban group has recaptured several regions in the country.

The increased violence by Taliban against the civilians is gaining headlines for the past several weeks.

"This designation expands the opportunity to per...