In the wake of a tragic knife attack in Aschaffenburg, Germany plans to deport convicted criminals to Afghanistan. The suspect, an Afghan national, had a history of violence and was undergoing psychiatric treatment. Despite being slated for deportation to Bulgaria, he remained in Germany, leading to a violent incident that claimed two lives.
The German government, led by Interior Minister Nancy Faeser, is organizing a second deportation flight to Afghanistan, marking the first since the Taliban's return to power in 2021. This move has sparked a national debate on immigration and security policies. While 28 Afghan nationals with serious criminal records have already been deported, the government insists these actions are unrelated to upcoming elections.
Public response to the Aschaffenburg attack has been significant, with thousands mourning the victims and protesting against the political handling of the situation. A central memorial service is planned, attended by key political figures. The incident has highlighted deficiencies in mental health care for asylum seekers and ignited discussions about the balance between privacy laws and public safety. Amidst this, Germany remains the only European country deporting individuals to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.
