VOICED : Desperate Afghans pin asylum hopes on Taliban threat letters

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Afghan activist Abbasi, who is threatened by the Taliban for promoting girls' education. He seeks asylum in Europe but faces delays due to the prevalence of fake threat letters. The document forgery industry in Kabul exacerbates the issue, affecting genuine asylum cases. The transcript highlights the broader context of Afghan migration to Europe, driven by safety concerns and the desire for a better life.

What is the main reason Abbasi is seeking asylum in the European Union?

• He wants to reunite with his family in Europe.

• He is looking for better job opportunities.

• He is threatened by the Taliban for promoting girls' education.

• He wants to pursue higher education.

What has led to an increase in the demand for fake threat letters in Kabul?

• People want to avoid paying taxes.

• There is a rise in tourism.

• Individuals are trying to create false asylum cases to migrate to Europe.

• The government is offering incentives for fake documents.

What is the primary tool used by the Taliban to intimidate people?

• Public speeches

• Economic sanctions

• Night letters containing threats

• Social media campaigns

How do fake threat letters affect genuine asylum cases?

• They have no impact on genuine cases.

• They speed up the processing of genuine cases.

• They cause genuine cases to be taken less seriously.

• They make it easier for genuine cases to be approved.

Which group is the second largest among migrants trying to reach Europe?

• Iranians

• Libyans

• Iraqis

• Afghans