Another million people have been compelled to return from Pakistan and Iran this year, marking a sharp rise in forced repatriations that raises concerns over humanitarian conditions and regional stability. Authorities in both countries have intensified border controls, leaving little room for those without proper documentation or legal status. The surge follows a pattern of increased deportations amid strained diplomatic relations and economic pressures, prompting questions about the treatment of returnees and long-term solutions. Humanitarian organizations warn that many face uncertain futures upon arrival, with limited access to basic services or support networks.
As of August, the number forced to return this year from Pakistan and Iran had reached another million.
