Afghanistan, March 11 -- UNICEF in Afghanistan has expressed concern about the situation of children returning from Iran amid the ongoing conflict there. The agency warned that the developments are creating serious challenges for vulnerable families arriving at Afghan borders.
Tajudeen Oyewale, UNICEF's representative in Afghanistan, said in a statement on Tuesday that the fighting in Iran has created immediate dangers for children crossing the border.
According to UNICEF, many families with children are returning unexpectedly and facing uncertain futures after arriving in Afghanistan, often without clear plans or resources to support themselves.
The agency warned that as the number of returnees increases, the risks facing children will ...