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Former Bundeswehr employees from Afghanistan land in Erfurt!
Former Afghan Bundeswehr local forces landed in Erfurt. Around 200 refugees were flown out from Pakistan to Germany.
Former Bundeswehr employees from Afghanistan land in Erfurt!
A dramatic moment for former Afghan Bundeswehr employees! Around 200 men, women and children ended up on Thursday evening at Erfurt Airport. This historic charter flight, organized by the Federal Foreign Office, led it to Germany via Islamabad, Dubai and Thessaloniki - a true lifesaver!
The situation is tense: after the Taliban took over in 2021, these brave people lived in constant fear for their lives. Her escape took her to Pakistan, where they were waiting for a new chance. Now, finally to safety, they are brought to Lower Saxony by bus to start a new life there. The Mitteldeutsche Rundfunk (MDR) was the first to report on this moving arrival.
A new beginning in Germany
The arrival of this former local worker is not only a sign of hope, but also an important step for German refugee policy. These people have risked their lives to support the Bundeswehr in Afghanistan, and now they are given the opportunity to restart in Germany. The circumstances of their escape are shattering, but their determination to find a safe home is admirable.