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Trump administration cancels flights for Afghan refugees stuck in Pakistan

Supporters of the refugees are urging the administration to reconsider its decision
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken looks on as AfghanEvac founder Shawn VanDiver speaks during a Memorandum of Understanding signing at the National Museum for American Diplomacy in the Department of State in Washington, U.S., June 12, 2023. Mandel Ngan/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken looks on as AfghanEvac founder Shawn VanDiver speaks during a Memorandum of Understanding signing at the National Museum for American Diplomacy in the Department of State in Washington, U.S., June 12, 2023. Mandel Ngan/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo

The Trump administration has announced the cancellation of flights for approximately 1,660 Afghan refugees most of them stuck in Pakistan.

This decision impacts individuals who were previously approved for resettlement in the United States under a special program designed to aid those who assisted U.S. forces during the Afghanistan conflict.

The move has raised concerns among advocacy groups and refugee organizations, who argue that it undermines the U.S. commitment to support those who risked their lives in service to American interests.

The affected refugees were set to travel to the U.S. as part of ongoing efforts to relocate vulnerable individuals following the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan.

Supporters of the refugees are urging the administration to reconsider its decision, emphasizing the urgent need for resettlement and assistance for those facing dire circumstances in Afghanistan.

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The cancellation of flights has left many families in uncertainty, exacerbating fears about their safety and future.

As the situation unfolds, advocates continue to call for a more robust response from the U.S. government to ensure the protection of Afghan allies and their families.

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