Kabul, Jan 8 (NationPress) Doctors Without Borders, known as Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), has issued a grave warning regarding the expulsion of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, highlighting the resulting humanitarian crisis, particularly during the winter season. This situation is jeopardizing the lives of numerous individuals, according to local media reports from Thursday.

In a report published on Wednesday, MSF highlighted that many of the expelled refugees find themselves in makeshift camps lacking adequate shelter, while their access to healthcare, clean water, and food is severely restricted, as reported by Khaama Press, Afghanistan's leading news agency.

The organization further pointed out that the forced deportations adversely affect undocumented migrants, holders of Afghan citizenship cards, and those with temporary registration cards (POC), creating an increasingly perilous scenario as winter approaches.

Xu Weibing, head of the MSF mission in Pakistan, remarked that Afghan families are living in constant fear of deportation and the prospect of returning to Afghanistan. They continue to appeal to the international community for humanitarian and protective aid.

MSF emphasized that the winter season can become a silent killer for Afghan refugees who lack access to proper shelter, medical services, and food, jeopardizing the survival of many vulnerable individuals.

Many Afghan refugees have resided in Pakistan for decades, and the country's decision to deport them during winter has faced widespread criticism due to the absence of adequate support systems, leaving these vulnerable populations at risk.

Last month, refugees who had recently returned to Afghanistan and are now living in designated camps pleaded with the Taliban regime to provide them with shelter, job opportunities, and essential supplies as winter approaches.

“We urge the Islamic Emirate to pay attention to our plight. We are unwell and cannot work in this cold. We need assistance,” quoted Aynuddin, an Afghan returnee, as reported by Tolo News.

Khan Mohammad and Mohammad Awaz, who returned to Afghanistan after 40 years in Pakistan, expressed hope that the Taliban will support them through the winter, stating, “After that, we will attempt to rebuild our lives.”

Mohammad Awaz added, “I have 10 children, and I’m deeply concerned they might fall ill this winter. We urge the Islamic Emirate to provide us with necessary facilities.”

Analysts have suggested that both the government and aid organizations must persist in their support for Afghan refugees who have recently returned to their homeland.

This plea from returnees and analysts comes as Afghan refugees have faced forced deportations from neighboring countries in recent years. The Taliban has repeatedly assured that it will assist Afghan refugees and has called on host nations to cease forced deportations.