US Sends Afghan and Iranian Migrants to Conflict‑Ravaged Central African Republic

The United States has transferred a number of migrants from Afghanistan and Iran to the Central African Republic (CAR), a country that remains embroiled in armed conflict and humanitarian crisis. The deportees include both men and women, with reports specifically noting the presence of Iranian women among those sent to the war‑torn Central African nation.

Multiple news outlets confirm that the deportations were carried out recently, though exact dates and the total number of individuals involved have not been disclosed. The migrants were removed from U.S. custody and flown to CAR, where they arrived amid a landscape marked by persistent fighting between government forces and rebel groups.

The Central African Republic has been described by the reporting agencies as “conflict‑hit,” reflecting its long‑standing instability and the dire conditions faced by its civilian population. Humanitarian organisations have repeatedly warned that the country’s security situation and limited infrastructure make it a precarious destination for any displaced persons.

U.S. officials have not provided a detailed explanation for selecting CAR as the destination for these deportations. The decision has drawn attention from advocacy groups concerned about the safety and rights of the migrants, particularly the women who fled Iran and Afghanistan seeking refuge.

Iranian and Afghan migrants who had entered the United States under various immigration programs now find themselves in a nation where access to basic services is severely constrained. The lack of clear information about their legal status or future prospects in CAR adds to the uncertainty surrounding their situation.