In Pakistan, Afghan refugees continue to face severe pressures, with thousands of families enduring critical humanitarian difficulties. Refugees report that lack of legal documents, forced evictions, widespread arrests, and the destruction of settlements are posing serious threats to their lives. According to a UN report, arrests of Afghan refugees have increased in recent weeks, rising by 14% between December 14 and 20. Meanwhile, the Afghan government says it is providing returnees from Pakistan with food, clothing, cash assistance, and temporary shelter.
