Germany has deported 28 Afghan criminals, including drug offenders and fare evaders, to Afghanistan, despite suspending deportations to the country in 2021. The German government negotiated with Qatar to secure the acceptance of the deportees by the Taliban and is planning a migration agreement with Uzbekistan for further deportations.
There is no statistical data on serious Afghan criminals, according to a survey by the Evangelical Press Service, and the Bundestag is investigating the Afghanistan mission. The deportees received a cash payment of 1,000 euros.
The deportation has raised concerns about the safety of the deported individuals and the potential for human rights violations in Afghanistan. The German government coordinated the deportation with the involvement of regional partners and without direct contact with the Taliban.
The deportation has ignited a debate on the effectiveness of the deportation system in Germany, including challenges related to locating and apprehending individuals and insufficient detention facilities. Critics argue that the deportation is a political move ahead of upcoming elections, while others support it as a necessary measure for public safety.
