Latest "Afghan Refugees" stories

Abdul Wasi Safi smiles after a news conference Friday, Jan. 27, 2023, in Houston.

Afghan soldier seeking US asylum hopes for ‘American dream’

Abdul Wasi Safi, who fled Afghanistan following the withdrawal of U.S. forces, was freed this week after spending months in immigration detention.

9 weeks ago

Feds drop charges against Afghan soldier seeking asylum in US

After months of publicity and a bipartisan congressional effort to request a pardon from the president, Abdul Wasi Safi could be set free.

By Allison P. Erickson, The Texas Tribune

2 months ago

Afghan soldier seeking asylum in US remains jailed after border arrest

Abdul Wasi Safi, a former officer in the Afghan National Security Forces, was arrested at the U.S. southern border after fleeing the Taliban.

2 months ago

Afghan refugees in US face uncertainty as legislation stalls

The Afghan Adjustment Act would allow Afghans who came to the U.S. during the Afghanistan evacuation to be re-vetted and apply for a permanent status.

3 months ago

Security concerns leave Afghan evacuees stuck in Balkan camp

The camp is used to house people who have not been allowed to enter the U.S. because of security concerns.

10 months ago

Last Afghan refugees leave NJ base after chaotic evacuation

Housing facilities for refugees at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey will remain open in the interim, the Department of Homeland Security said.

13 months ago