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Abdul Niazi, a brave Afghan war veteran and interpreter who overcame severe injuries and sought refuge in the U.S., was tragically murdered in Houston by a man frustrated with immigration delays, highlighting the ongoing struggles and dangers faced by Afghan migrants in the U.S.
The Trump administration continues aggressive deportation policies, including the detention of a legally residing Afghan interpreter who worked with the US military, sparking congressional outrage and calls for his release, amidst broader immigration enforcement and international trade developments.
Nasrat Ahmad Yar, an Afghan interpreter who had worked with the US military in Afghanistan, was shot and killed in Washington DC while working as a ride-share driver. Ahmad Yar had recently fled Afghanistan with his wife and four children after the Taliban takeover. Known for his generosity and desire to help others, Ahmad Yar had been waiting for an opportunity to bring his family to the US. No suspects have been arrested, and a $25,000 reward has been offered for information leading to an arrest.
A Lyft driver and Afghan interpreter, Nasrat Ahmad Yar, was shot and killed in Washington, D.C. on July 3, 2023. Police have released surveillance video showing the suspects running in the northeast area of the city.