Afghanistan, Jan. 10 -- Amnesty International urged Pakistan to stop arrests and forced deportations of Afghan migrants, warning the practices violate human rights and international protection obligations.
Amnesty International has expressed serious concern over the treatment of Afghan migrants in Pakistan, urging Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to halt arrests and forced deportations.
In a formal letter sent to the Pakistani prime minister, the rights group warned of a rise in arbitrary detentions, harassment, pressure and expulsions targeting Afghan migrants.
Amnesty said deportations must be stopped immediately, particularly for individuals who face serious threats if returned to Afghanistan, calling for fair and individual case reviews...