After the opening of a diplomatic channel between France and the Taliban regime, Afghan exiles fear being "handed back to their tormentors"

A group of Afghan exiles in Paris expresses disappointment over diplomatic talks between France and the Taliban aimed at expelling Afghans deemed "dangerous." Activists raise concerns about the vague criteria for determining danger and fear the stigmatization of the Afghan community. While France has not announced plans to expel individuals solely based on their irregular status, there are precedents, such as Germany's recent deportation of an Afghan without a criminal record. One Afghan, Bilal, worries he could face similar measures after being denied asylum.