The Torkham border crossing has reopened exclusively for the repatriation of undocumented Afghan nationals, marking the resumption of a controlled and structured return process. Authorities say clearance has been granted to commence repatriations, which will be carried out in staged, monitored operations. The repatriation framework emphasizes verification of identity and travel documentation, health screening, and registration of returnees, with transport organized in convoys to designated reception points inside Afghanistan. Coordination between border authorities and Afghan counterparts, along with humanitarian partners where involved, aims to ensure voluntary, safe, and orderly returns, proper data collection, and transparent reporting of arrivals, timelines, and scale.
