The EU met with the Taliban to discuss deporting Afghan refugees, leading to Germany's recent deportations and planned protests in Paris.
Taliban delegation meets EU officials
The European Commission met with five members of the Taliban in Brussels in June to explore the possibility of deporting Afghan refugees who are no longer wanted by the European Union. The discussions focused on the legal and practical aspects of repatriation.
Germany acts on repatriation
Germany used the talks with the Taliban as a basis to deport more than twenty Afghans in two separate flights during July and August. Some of those deported had no judicial records, and the government cited the European-level discussions with the Taliban as justification.
Dialogue on repatriating dangerous refugees
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs began a technical dialogue aimed at repatriating Afghan refugees who are considered a threat to Afghanistan. The talks are part of a broader effort to manage the refugee situation and ensure security in both Europe and Afghanistan.
Paris protest planned
A protest rally was scheduled for Thursday in Paris to express opposition to the repatriation of Afghan refugees. The demonstration highlights concerns about the treatment of Afghan asylum seekers and the potential risks of returning them to Afghanistan.