Kabul, Afghanistan – An Afghan citizen, identified as Malek Z., has been deported from Germany after multiple convictions for crimes committed while residing in the country. He initially arrived in Germany as a refugee, claiming to seek protection from the Taliban in Afghanistan.
Deportation Details
Malek Z. was transferred from prison to Frankfurt Airport on Friday after serving a portion of his sentence. He was flown via Istanbul, Turkey, to Kabul, Afghanistan. Bundespolizei (Federal Police) officers handed the individual and necessary consular documents over to Taliban officials at the Kabul airport. This deportation utilized a newly established process for individual deportations, according to officials.
German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt was informed of the deportation Saturday morning and confirmed the action. He stated, “Deportations must be possible, even to Afghanistan. Our society has a compelling interest in ensuring that refugees who commit crimes here leave our country. We are consistently implementing this.”
The deportation comes as a draft proposal from the CSU party was made public Friday, calling for a “large-scale deportation offensive.” The proposal suggests utilizing regular commercial flights for deportations to both Afghanistan and Syria, establishing nationwide repatriation centers, and creating a dedicated deportation terminal at Munich Airport. The CSU also intends to reduce social benefits for individuals facing deportation to the minimum allowed by law.
According to the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees, only 83 convicted criminals were returned to Afghanistan in 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
What crimes was Malek Z. convicted of?
Malek Z. was convicted of aggravated assault and drug trafficking by courts in Bavaria.
How did Malek Z. travel from Germany to Afghanistan?
Malek Z. traveled from Frankfurt Airport, via Istanbul, Turkey, on a commercial flight to Kabul, Afghanistan.
How many Afghan citizens are currently subject to deportation orders in Germany?
As of late November 2025, 11,888 Afghan citizens in Germany were subject to deportation orders.
What impact might increased deportations have on the existing refugee population in Germany?
