Iran’s East Azerbaijan enforces strict ban on Afghan migrants, even with residency permits

The Deputy Prosecutor of East Azerbaijan announced on Monday that Afghan nationals’ activities in the province are prohibited, with severe penalties for violators.

Ahmad Moghri added that even those Afghans holding residency permits are not allowed to stay in the province.

According to Iranian media, Moghri pointed to the influx of Afghan migrants into Iran following the Taliban takeover, alleging “tangible crimes” by them.

He stated, “Based on higher decisions and documents...