Latest "Afghan Refugees" stories

Afghan soldier sought asylum in U.S. and was arrested at Texas border

After risking his life to fight alongside U.S. troops and a harrowing journey to escape the Taliban only to be arrested at the Texas border.

By Allison P. Erickson

6 days 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.

6 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.

10 months ago

Last Afghan refugees depart Wisconsin Army post for new US homes

Fort McCoy was one of eight military installations across the country that temporarily housed more than 76,000 Afghans who were forced to flee their homeland.

10 months ago

Last Afghan refugees depart Air Force base in New Mexico

Holloman Air Force Base was one of eight U.S. military installations used for Operation Allies Welcome.

10 months ago

Afghan resettlement work wrapping up at Indiana Guard base

The Indiana National Guard’s Camp Atterbury training base has helped resettle about 7,200 Afghan refugees in the U.S. since September.

11 months ago