PRCS Situation Report #1: Monitoring Return Movements of Pakistanis from Iran

15 April, 2026

Situation Report #1: Global Crisis – Repatriation of Pakistanis from Iran

Background

Since late February 2026, the humanitarian situation along the Pakistan–Iran border has been shaped by sustained population movements, with thousands of Pakistani nationals — including pilgrims, laborers, traders, and residents — returning home through the Taftan and Gabd border points. More than 7,000 returnees have been recorded since 28 February 2026, reflecting ongoing movements linked to the broader Middle East crisis and its impacts.

The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS), through its Restoring Family Links (RFL) program and in coordination with Movement partners, has been actively monitoring these movements and compiling regular operational updates. These reports are triangulated with IOM data to inform evidence-based, context-specific interventions.

Capacity strengthening efforts, including the planned RFL in Emergencies training, will prepare volunteers for strategic deployment at Taftan and Gabd to enhance frontline RFL services, prevent family separation, restore contact, and provide information and referral support in line with Family Links Network standards.

Date

9 April 2026

News Update

Since late February 2026, thousands of Pakistani citizens have been returning from Iran via the Taftan and Gabd border points amid ongoing regional challenges.

Actions Taken by the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS)

• PRCS NHQ is conducting regular coordination meetings to closely monitor population movements at the Taftan and Gabd border points and guide RFL response actions.
• Since 28 February 2026, PRCS through its RFL program and in collaboration with Movement partners has been actively tracking and addressing population movements at the Taftan and Gabd border crossings along the Pakistan–Iran route.
• Regular operational reports are being compiled and shared, and cross-checked against IOM situation reports to guide timely, evidence-based RFL interventions.
• Capacity-building initiatives are underway through the planned RFL in Emergencies training held on 8–9 April 2026 in Quetta for professional volunteers from the Taftan and Gabd regions.
• Following the training, volunteers will be strategically positioned at both border points to strengthen frontline RFL service delivery, including preventing family separation, restoring contact, and providing information and referral support.

Contact Details

Muhammad Abaidullah Khan
Secretary General
+92-304-1030290

Ms. Asima Naseem
Head of Disaster Management
+92-304-1030426

Sherzaman
Head of Media & Communication
+92-304-1030469