Afghan refugees in Iran report continued detention, abuse, and deportation, even for those with valid visas.
One migrant reported being beaten by Iranian police despite having a valid passport and visa.
In recent months, Iran has resumed widespread detentions and deportations of Afghan migrants, banning their presence in several provinces.
Mehdi Bab al-Hawaij, Tehran’s deputy governor, likened the treatment of unauthorized migrants to wartime measures.
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