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Daily digest 2026-09-20 — Pakistan

Humanitarian overview with dated reports, alerts and key figures from trusted sources.

Daily digest: Pakistan

2026-09-20

Pakistan continues to experience significant population movements, with Afghan nationals returning from the country while monsoon rains persist.

Key developments

Afghan nationals continued to return from Pakistan, with UNHCR providing assistance to these individuals. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) released its 87th daily situation report for the 2026 monsoon season, covering the period up to September 20. Forecasts indicate above-normal rainfall across parts of the Middle East, which could impact locust breeding areas.

Key concerns

The ongoing monsoon season presents continued risks, though specific impacts are not detailed. Humanitarian funding remains well below requirements, potentially affecting response capacity.

Humanitarian impact

The country hosts over one million refugees and more than half a million internally displaced persons. The return of Afghan nationals indicates ongoing population movements affecting vulnerable groups.

Information gaps

The specific impacts of the monsoon rains on affected populations and infrastructure are not yet covered in recent reporting.