multi source·6h ago·3 sources analyzed
Afghan allies may be sent to Congo instead of U.S.
The Trump administration is reportedly considering relocating Afghan refugees to the Democratic Republic of Congo. These individuals previously assisted U.S. forces and were promised resettlement in the United States. (sources: nbcnews, dw, nytimes)
ModernAction Briefing
Hundreds of Afghan refugees who aided U.S. forces may be redirected to the Democratic Republic of Congo after the Trump administration paused their resettlement in the U.S. This decision presents these individuals with a difficult choice between relocating to Congo or returning to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
- The Trump administration has halted the U.S. resettlement of Afghan refugees.
- Afghan allies are currently in Qatar and face a choice between moving to Congo or returning to Afghanistan.
- An advocacy group reported on the potential relocation to Congo.
Why it matters
This situation highlights the challenges faced by Afghan allies who supported U.S. efforts and the implications of their potential relocation.
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