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US judge blocks deportation of Afghan detainees to Pakistan or Afghanistan
The Hindu2h
THE BRIEF
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A federal judge in New York issued a temporary order blocking the Trump administration's plan to deport Afghan nationals to Afghanistan or Pakistan.
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Advocates and lawmakers warned that these individuals, who assisted US military and aid groups, face severe risks of persecution and torture.
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The judicial reprieve remains in effect until November 7, 2026, as immigrant rights groups continue efforts to monitor and prevent deportation flights.