German Federal Cabinet Minister Michael Kretschmer has called for the deportation of Afghan migrants, citing criminal activities and potential involvement in terrorist acts. This stance aligns with recent actions taken by Pakistan and Iran regarding illegal Afghan residents.
Kretschmer, the Minister of Saxony, urged the federal government to take measures to repatriate Afghan refugees. He stated, "We gave shelter to Afghan citizens, but some are criminals and involved in terrorist activities," adding that their criminal actions are unacceptable to German society.
The minister called on relevant authorities to take action against Afghan citizens involved in crimes and deport them to Afghanistan. This debate in the German cabinet has intensified following a recent attack in Mannheim on May 31, 2024, where an Afghan citizen reportedly killed a police officer and injured several others during an anti-Islam demonstration.
The incident in Mannheim, along with another attack in Moscow, has raised concerns about Afghan citizens across European countries. These developments have also led to increased support for Pakistan's decision to repatriate illegal Afghan residents.