Afghanistan, April 8 -- Italy has announced plans to resettle 700 Afghan refugees, part of a larger effort to bring 8,200 individuals to Europe, amid global challenges in refugee resettlement.

Italian media recently reported that the government of Italy has decided to relocate 700 Afghan refugees to the country as part of a new humanitarian effort. The initiative is aimed at offering a safe haven to individuals who have been displaced by the ongoing political turmoil in Afghanistan, particularly after the Taliban's resurgence in 2021.

According to reports, the "Humanitarian Corridor" agreement was finalized on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. The deal, struck between the Community of Sant'Egidio, various Italian ministries, and international organ...