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KABUL – The United Nations has called for an urgent investigation into alarming reports that a large group of Afghan migrants were shot and killed while attempting to cross the Iran-Afghanistan border. The incident allegedly took place between October 14 and 15 in Iran’s Sistan province. Afghan media claims over 200 migrants were attacked, with dozens reported dead or injured.
The UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) expressed “deep concern” and emphasized the need to uphold the rights of refugees and migrants under international law. The Taliban has dispatched a high-level delegation to investigate.
While Iranian authorities have denied the claims, Afghan officials and rights groups have condemned the event, calling it a grave violation of human rights. Tensions rise as Iran proposes a controversial law to limit the Afghan migrant population, heightening fears over the safety of refugees.
This situation is still unfolding, with details disputed between both sides.
