Afghans flee collapsing Iranian economy amid US conflict, returning to strict Taliban rule

According to a report by the Jerusalem Post, many Afghan nationals residing in Iran are fleeing the country to return to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, driven by the deteriorating economic situation and ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States. Statistical data indicates that only 29% of Afghans who recently returned from Iran reported having any savings left, following a nearly one-third decline in their average income compared to pre-crisis levels. Images captured by Reuters at the Islam Qala border crossing in Herat province show individuals crossing the border with their belongings. This migration trend highlights the severe impact of the economic crisis in Iran on the migrant population.