Between August 16 and 31, 2026, IOM Pakistan's Flow Monitoring recorded the return of Afghan nationals, detailing their profiles and vulnerabilities. Separately, IOM Afghanistan's Displacement Tracking Matrix monitored mobility patterns at border points with Iran and Pakistan from August 30 to September 12, 2026.

The ongoing returns highlight the need for continued monitoring of cross-border migration trends and the vulnerabilities of returning populations.

The country is hosting over 860,000 refugees and more than 1.2 million internally displaced persons, indicating persistent humanitarian needs.

Specific details on the humanitarian assistance provided to returning Afghans and IDPs are not yet covered in recent reporting.