Germany Faces Backlash After 200 Approved Afghan Refugees Sent Back to Taliban Rule
Over 200 Afghans, approved for resettlement in Germany, were unexpectedly sent back to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan from Pakistan. Meanwhile, the German Football Association (DFB) is investigating racist incidents at German cup games. The German Finance Minister hinted at possible tax increases in 2027, and the apple harvest is expected to exceed 1 million tons this year.
The unexpected repatriation of 211 Afghans from Pakistan to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan has raised concerns. These individuals had been approved for resettlement in Germany. The German Foreign Ministry is working with Pakistani authorities to facilitate the return of these refugees to Pakistan. However, over 1,900 Afghans with a German admission promise remain stranded in Pakistan, with no confirmation of deportation to Afghanistan.
In other news, the DFB is probing two incidents of racist abuse at German cup games on Sunday. The investigation aims to address the issue and maintain the integrity of the sport.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has not ruled out tax increases in the 2027 federal budget. This comes as the government seeks to close a 30 billion euro gap.
Turning to agriculture, German orchards are expected to exceed 1 million tons of apples for the first time since 2022. The total estimated harvest for 2025 is 1,009,000 tons. The favorable conditions this year, including mild weather during the blooming season and no frost or hail in most growing regions, have contributed to this bumper crop. The apple harvest season in Germany typically lasts from August to November, and this year's harvest is expected to be above average.
Adding to the humanitarian concerns, another 2,000 refugees who received a resettlement promise from Germany are still waiting to leave Pakistan for Germany.
The return of over 200 Afghans to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan from Pakistan has raised serious concerns, with many more still awaiting resettlement. The DFB's investigation into racist incidents at German cup games signals a commitment to addressing racism in football. Meanwhile, the German apple harvest is expected to be abundant this year, reflecting favorable growing conditions.
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