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Masked ICE agents detain former Afghan interpreter who helped US military

CONNECTICUT, JUL 21 – A federal judge issued a stay requiring 72 hours' notice before moving Zia, who is in lawful parole status and applied for a Green Card due to risks from his military service.

  • Zia, a former interpreter, entered the U.S. legally in October 2024 under humanitarian parole.
  • A federal judge in Massachusetts issued a stay to prevent Zia's deportation, stating he remains in lawful parole status until October 2026.
  • Zia is terrified of being returned to Afghanistan after his asylum case was dismissed by DHS.
  • Zia fled to Pakistan before entering the U.S. under humanitarian parole.
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A former Afghan U.S. translator was seized by ICE agents. Veterans are fighting for his release

The recent seizure of an Afghan man by masked ICE agents threatens American soldiers' safety, veterans advocates said.

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Reuters broke the news in United Kingdom on Monday, July 21, 2025.
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