Thousands of Afghan refugees stuck at US bases in Germany
More than 9,000 people are stranded at military bases in Ramstein and Kaiserslautern. Washington suspended flights when measles was detected among evacuees landing in the US.
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Domestic opinion divided on Albania's decision to host Afghan refugees headed to US
Albania agreed to host Afghan refugees while they are being vetted for visas for the US. Although some in the country feel that Albania has a duty to help its NATO ally, others feel Albania is struggling enough as it is.
Why the US is parking local Afghan support staff in third countries
The US' first local Afghan support staff have arrived in Uganda, where they will be assessed to see if they and their families are eligible for US visas. But it remains unsure if they will ever reach the United States.
Germany's Afghan support staff glad to be alive in Berlin
Two Afghans who helped the German military managed to escape the country before the Taliban took control of the country. They told DW about their sleepless nights, fearing for those they've left behind.
Afghans in Germany terrified at situation back home
Afghans who fled Kabul in the past few days have been left horrified by the situation back home. People feel betrayed both by the Afghan army and NATO forces.
German media urge 'emergency' visas for Afghan journalists
DW and other major German news outlets have made an urgent appeal to Chancellor Angela Merkel to quickly evacuate Afghan journalists who put their lives at risk to report from the conflict zone.
Latvia begins pushing migrants back at Belarus border
Latvia has become the latest Baltic state to start pushing back migrants hoping to cross its border from Belarus. Dozens were turned back on Tuesday night under a new state of emergency declared by the government in Riga.
Merkel pledges more help for Afghans who supported NATO troops
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has called for more financial support for the relocation of Afghans who supported German troops during NATO's military missions. The Taliban has been rapidly advancing in Afghanistan, taking control of large parts of the country, forcing thousands of civilians to flee.
Pro Asyl demands three-month pause in deportations from Germany to Afghanistan
In light of the withdrawal of NATO troops from Afghanistan, refugee charity Pro Asyl has urged the German Federal Foreign Office to prepare a new status report and take into account the developments of the past few weeks.
Afghan Bundeswehr helpers arrive in Germany for asylum: report
The first group of Afghans to be granted asylum for their work with the German military has arrived in Germany, according to Der Spiegel. They are fleeing the Taliban who consider them "traitors."
Relocation of Afghan nationals who supported NATO troops: What you need to know
As western armed forces are withdrawing from Afghanistan, thousands of Afghans who have served alongside the troops as translators or interpreters remain in the country. Fearing Taliban retaliation, they are looking to NATO countries for support, but relocation efforts vary.
Hamburg: How are Afghan immigrants looking at NATO troop withdrawal?
Afghan immigrants living in the German city of Hamburg are wary of the deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan. They told DW that the Taliban's gains have dashed their hopes of returning to their country one day.