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Sunday, 30 September, 2001, 14:50 GMT 15:50 UK

In pictures: Afghanistan's refugees

The anticipated military strikes by the United States on Afghanistan are being dreaded by neighbouring Iran and Pakistan, as well as aid agencies.

Pakistan and Iran are already home to more than 3.5 million Afghans - the largest refugee group in the world.

Refugee outside Quetta, Pakistan

Afghans cross the border into Pakistan in a cart at the Chaman checkpoint

Aid convoys carrying flour into Afghanistan

Afghan family in camp near Quetta, Pakistan

Truck driver prays

Pakistani money changer with little business

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