Overview

• A government-chartered flight carrying 138 Afghan nationals with binding resettlement guarantees landed in Leipzig on April 16, 2025.
• The passengers included former local staff, human rights advocates, and their families, fleeing Taliban persecution.
• Approximately 2,600 Afghans with resettlement approvals remain stranded in Islamabad, facing prolonged delays and heightened deportation threats from Pakistan.
• The incoming German coalition government plans to phase out voluntary resettlement programs, sparking criticism and uncertainty for those awaiting relocation.
• All arrivals undergo rigorous security checks to ensure compliance with Germany's safety standards before entry.