The United Arab Emirates has deported tens of thousands of Pakistani nationals, many of them Shia Muslims, and abruptly terminated the employment of Pakistani workers, including 15 Etihad Airways staff given just 48 hours to leave the country. This sweeping crackdown comes as relations between the UAE and Pakistan sour, fueled by Pakistan's peacemaking efforts in the Iran conflict and shifting alliances in the Gulf, particularly with Saudi Arabia. The UAE has also demanded immediate repayment of a $3.5 billion loan from Pakistan, worsening Islamabad's debt crisis. Reports indicate that deported Pakistanis have been blocked from accessing their life savings, and the moves are seen as part of a broader regional power struggle. The situation highlights rising tensions and the precarious position of migrant workers amid geopolitical rivalries.
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