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World Food Program: $650 Million Needed to Aid Afghanistan
The World Food Program (WFP) in Afghanistan has requested $650 million in funding to continue its aid efforts.
Thursday, 8 August , 2024 -
Kyrgyzstan to Transmit Electricity to Pakistan via Afghanistan
The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan has announced plans to transfer electricity to Pakistan through Afghanistan.
Wednesday, 24 July , 2024 -
Taliban Spokesman Denies Rumors of Hekmatyar’s Dismissal
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid has refuted circulating rumors regarding the expulsion of Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, the leader of Hizb-e-Islami, from his residence in Kabul.
Monday, 8 July , 2024 -
Torkham Border Closure Due to Internal Disputes in Pakistan
Local reports indicate that the Torkham border, a crucial passage between Afghanistan and Pakistan, has been temporarily shut down to all forms of traffic amid internal issues within Pakistan.
Tuesday, 2 July , 2024 -
Over 15 Million Afghans Face Severe Food Insecurity, UN Report Warns
The United Nations has reported that approximately 15.8 million people in Afghanistan will confront crisis and emergency levels of food insecurity this year.
Thursday, 13 June , 2024 -
Trade Between Afghanistan and Pakistan Declines Amid Political Instability
Kashif Anwar, President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently met with a delegation from the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, led by Khanjan Alkozi, in Lahore, Pakistan.
Monday, 10 June , 2024 -
One-Third of Afghanistan’s Population Facing Hunger, UN Reports
The United Nations World Food Program has highlighted a dire situation in Afghanistan, stating that nearly half of the country’s population requires humanitarian aid to survive.
Wednesday, 22 May , 2024 -
UN Requests Urgent Aid for Flood Victims in Afghanistan
Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur for Human Rights in Afghanistan, has called for immediate aid to flood victims in the country.
Saturday, 18 May , 2024 -
Climate Crisis Intensifies Hunger in Afghanistan, WFP Warns
The World Food Program (WFP) has issued a warning that the climate crisis in Afghanistan is worsening hunger, highlighting the devastating impact of recent floods across the country.
Saturday, 11 May , 2024 -
Taliban: International Sanctions Erode Afghan Purchasing Power
Hedayatullah Badri, the head of the Central Bank of Afghanistan, stated during a meeting with the Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations that international sanctions have significantly impacted the Afghan population.
Saturday, 11 May , 2024 -
Save the Children: Over 6 Million Afghan Children to Face Hunger
Save the Children has announced that about one-third of Afghan children will endure hunger this year.
Thursday, 9 May , 2024 -
Over 15 Million Afghans Facing Hunger, WFP Reports
Philip Croft, the spokesperson for the World Food Program (WFP) in Afghanistan, has reported that approximately 15.8 million individuals in Afghanistan, predominantly women and children, are currently experiencing hunger.
Monday, 6 May , 2024 -
Rising Interest in Afghan Tourism Despite Warnings
Two UK-based travel agencies have reported a surge in interest for tours to Afghanistan.
Sunday, 28 April , 2024 -
OCHA: The West must stop its double standards towards Afghanistan
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has highlighted a significant funding gap for its humanitarian projects in Afghanistan, revealing that only $87 million of the required $3 billion has been secured this year.
Saturday, 20 April , 2024 -
Afghanistan’s Electricity Imports from Uzbekistan Reduced by 50%
The Afghanistan Electricity Company, known as Brashna, has reported a 50% decrease in electricity imports from Uzbekistan.
Tuesday, 12 March , 2024 -
Patrushev Accuses America of Responsibility for Afghanistan’s Current Situation
The Secretary of the Russian Security Council has asserted that over 20 terrorist organizations are currently operational in Afghanistan.
Tuesday, 12 March , 2024 -
Taliban Spokesperson Condemns Confiscation of Afghan Assets
Zabihullah Mujahid, the Taliban spokesperson, has denounced the renewed order to seize Afghan assets, labeling it a cruel act contrary to international principles.
Friday, 8 March , 2024 -
Only 40% of Afghanistan’s Electricity Needs Met, UNDP Reports
According to the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Afghanistan’s electricity demand is only 40% met by imported electricity.
Monday, 12 February , 2024 -
United Nations: Afghan Children Attend School on Empty Stomachs
The World Food Organization (WFO) has reported that a significant number of Afghan children are attending school without having had a proper meal, just as World Education Day approaches.
Friday, 9 February , 2024 -
Pakistan Raises Concerns Over Sale of Foreign Military Equipment in Afghanistan
At the Davos World Economic Forum, Pakistani Prime Minister Anwar Haq Kakar voiced concerns about the sale of military equipment, originally intended for foreign forces in Afghanistan, on the black market.
Tuesday, 6 February , 2024
