Arrangements have been completed at the Torkham border for the return of Afghan refugees to Afghanistan; however, no formal orders have yet been issued regarding the reopening of the border.

According to official sources, staff deployment has been finalized at the holding camp established near the Hamza Baba shrine, while necessary facilities for accommodating refugee families are also being ensured.

Cleaning and sanitation work is ongoing at the camp to make the repatriation process organized and smooth.

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Sources say that despite all preparations, no official directive has been received so far to open the border for the return of Afghan refugees via Torkham.

Relevant authorities are awaiting orders, after which the repatriation process will formally begin.

It is worth noting that the Torkham border is an important crossing point between Pakistan and Afghanistan, where daily movement usually takes place. However, due to the current situation, the repatriation process of refugees has not yet started.