Articles by Dawood Imtiaz

About Dawood Imtiaz

Dawood Imtiaz is a journalist with a deep understanding of the complex dynamics shaping the region along the Durand Line. He specializes in covering developments on both sides of the border, offering critical insights into the political, social, and security landscapes. Dawood is also an expert on the geopolitical relationships between Pakistan, India, and their evolving ties with Afghanistan and Central Asia. His work for Yaraan highlights the intricate connections influencing the region, providing readers with clear, factual, and thought-provoking analysis.

A group of Afghan women and children sit inside a truck with metal bars at the Torkham border crossing, returning from Pakistan to Afghanistan on October 31, 2023. Some women cover their faces with scarves, while others wear traditional clothing, reflecting the uncertainty of their journey.

Afghan Refugees Face Deportation Amid Crackdowns in Pakistan and Iran

3 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

Afghan refugees in Pakistan and Iran are facing increasing pressure as authorities in both countries intensify deportation efforts, raising concerns among humanitarian organizations and rights advocates. Deportation Measures in Pakistan The United Nations High Commissioner …More

Pakistan Urges Western Nations to Resettle Afghan Refugees by March Deadline

3 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

Pakistan has called on the United States and other Western nations to expedite the resettlement of Afghan refugees who have already been accepted or are awaiting approval. Officials have warned that if these individuals are …More

A group of Afghan children and women inside a truck with metal fencing at the Torkham border crossing on October 31, 2023. A young girl in a colorful headscarf gazes outside, while others, including small children, look through the bars of the truck. The uncertainty and hardship of their forced return are visible in their expressions.

Pakistan Orders Afghan Refugees to Leave; UN Expresses Concern

3 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

Pakistan has ordered Afghan refugees holding Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) documentation to leave Lahore and Rawalpindi and return to Afghanistan, according to a directive from the Pakistani government. The directive, shared via WhatsApp by the …More

A group of Afghan women sitting under a tent in Islamabad, engaging in discussions about their rights and future.

Afghan Women Stranded in Pakistan Appeal to U.S. for Urgent Action

3 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

**ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – ** A group of Afghan women, formerly engaged in sectors such as education, healthcare, media, and civil society, has issued an urgent plea to senior U.S. officials, seeking intervention in their stalled …More

A group of Afghan women prosecutors hold signs in Persian and English, calling on the Pakistani government to stop the expulsion of Afghan refugees. Some women wear headscarves, while others wear masks, standing in front of banners related to legal and human rights organizations.

U.S. Lawmakers Urge Resumption of Afghan Refugee Resettlement Program

3 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

A group of Democratic lawmakers in the U.S. Congress has called for the immediate restoration of Afghan refugee resettlement services, urging Secretary of State Marco Rubio to reverse recent suspensions and ensure continued support for …More

Mohammad Sadiq, Pakistan's Special Envoy to Afghanistan, seated on the left, meets Nooruddin Azizi, Afghanistan’s Commerce Minister, on the right. They sit in a formal setting, with flags and a table between them, discussing trade and economic cooperation.

Pakistan Eases Afghan Trade Restrictions via Gwadar Port: A Boost or a Limited Move?

4 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

Pakistan’s special envoy to Afghanistan, Mohammad Sadiq Khan, has announced a significant policy change to facilitate Afghan trade. The government has decided to replace bank guarantees with insurance for Afghan goods transiting through the Gwadar …More

Shafqat Ali Khan, dressed in a suit and tie, standing in front of a patterned background, representing his role as the spokesperson for Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry.

Pakistan Denies Plans to Seize Afghanistan’s Wakhan Corridor Amid Heightened Tensions

4 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

Pakistan has vehemently denied recent reports and social media speculation claiming it intends to seize Afghanistan’s strategically vital Wakhan Corridor. These allegations, which surfaced in late November and gained momentum following border clashes in early …More

Malala Yousafzai, wearing a light-colored shawl, speaks at a wooden podium with gold embellishments while the conference backdrop displays its theme in Islamabad.

Global Conference in Islamabad Reaffirms Right to Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities

4 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

Islamabad Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities Stresses Equal Access, Addresses Challenges in Afghanistan Islamabad, Pakistan- An international conference titled “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” concluded in Islamabad this week. The gathering drew senior …More

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif conversing with Secretary General Muslim World League Sheikh Dr. Mohammed bin Abdul Karim Al-Issa during the International Conference on Girls' Education. Both are seated at a table adorned with floral arrangements, with a conference banner in the background.

International Conference on Girls’ Education in Islamic Communities Opens in Islamabad, Taliban Declines Invitation

4 months ago Dawood Imtiaz

ISLAMABAD (Saturday)— Islamabad is hosting a two-day international conference on the importance of girls’ education in Islamic countries and communities. The event opened today and has attracted over 150 delegates from 44 Islamic nations and …More