Afghanistan is Facing an Unprecedented Returnee Crisis | UN-Habitat

Afghanistan is Facing an Unprecedented Returnee Crisis | UN-Habitat

Ms. Stephanie Loose, Country Programme Manager for UN-Habitat Afghanistan, underscores the urgent situation of Afghan returnees and the critical need for their reintegration into communities. Since September 2023, millions of Afghans have been forcibly returned from Iran and Pakistan, facing immense challenges as they attempt to resettle. UN-Habitat, together with partners, is supporting returnees with shelter and basic services—but the needs far outweigh available resources. Now is the time for collective action to stand with Afghan returnees.