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  • India Elevates Diplomatic Presence in Kabul: A New Era of Engagement with the Taliban

    India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to an embassy level, signaling a potential shift in its strategy towards the Taliban. This decision reflects India’s commitment to enhancing bilateral relations and contributing to Afghanistan’s reconstruction. Meanwhile, Qatar has appointed its extraordinary ambassador to Afghanistan, aiming to strengthen political and humanitarian ties. Experts view these moves as cautious but targeted engagements amid Afghanistan’s international isolation.

    Wednesday, 22 October , 2025
  • Islamic Cooperation Organization Signs Agreement for Earthquake Relief in Afghanistan

    The Organization of Islamic Cooperation has partnered with the Islamic Solidarity Fund to provide vital financial and humanitarian aid for earthquake victims in eastern Afghanistan, focusing on immediate relief and community rebuilding efforts.

    Wednesday, 22 October , 2025
  • Urgent Call to Action: Afghanistan Faces Unprecedented Hunger Crisis as Winter Approaches

    The World Food Programme warns that Afghanistan’s hunger crisis is at a critical level, threatening the health of millions of children. With winter imminent, the organization urges the international community to increase aid to prevent a catastrophic humanitarian disaster, as over half of the population grapples with severe food insecurity.

    Tuesday, 21 October , 2025
  • Recent Pakistani Attacks on Afghan Territory; Proxy War or Washington\’s Political Message?

    As border clashes escalate between Pakistan and the Taliban, Islamabad accuses India of provocation. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif claims New Delhi is exacerbating the crisis, while defense officials point to growing Taliban-India ties. Amidst retaliatory attacks and a new ceasefire, analysts highlight the shifting dynamics and potential U.S. involvement in Pakistan’s military actions.

    Tuesday, 21 October , 2025
  • EU Initiates Talk with Taliban on Afghan Refugee Returns Amid Human Rights Concerns

    The European Union has engaged in technical discussions with the Taliban to facilitate the return of Afghan refugees with rejected asylum applications, coinciding with Belgium’s plan for voluntary and forced returns. This development raises significant human rights issues as organizations caution against the risks facing returnees in Afghanistan’s unstable environment.

    Tuesday, 21 October , 2025
  • Escalating Tensions: The Fallout from Pakistan’s Airstrikes in Afghanistan

    The recent airstrikes by the Pakistani army on Afghan territory have sparked widespread condemnation from Afghan leaders and international figures alike. Prominent voices, including Hamid Karzai and Donald Trump, are calling for action against what they describe as state terrorism. As Kabul retaliates, analysts suggest these developments are part of Pakistan’s strategy to pressure Afghanistan’s foreign policy amidst rising regional tensions.

    Tuesday, 21 October , 2025
  • Taliban Rejects Ceasefire Claims: Emphasizes Non-Interference Stance

    In a firm statement, Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid dismissed claims of a joint ceasefire agreement with Pakistan, reiterating the group’s commitment to preventing the use of Afghan territory against other nations. This comes after negotiations in Doha aimed at fostering peaceful relations between the two nations.

    Monday, 20 October , 2025
  • Power Restoration Efforts Near Completion After Major Outage in Afghanistan

    Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat announces significant progress in reconstructing the power line from Uzbekistan following a major outage affecting 11 provinces, including Kabul. After three days of intensive work, officials confirm that electricity restoration is set to return to normal by noon today.

    Sunday, 19 October , 2025
  • Trump Eyes Afghanistan’s Mines; A New Competition with China Amid Failure in Ukraine

    The Indian publication India has reported that U.S. President Donald Trump, after failing to gain access to Ukraine’s mineral resources, has once again set his sights on Afghanistan’s vast mineral reserves. According to the report, China’s growing influence in Afghanistan could serve as an excuse for America’s return to the country.

    Saturday, 8 March , 2025
  • Poverty and Corruption in Afghanistan: From Selling Children to Taliban Investments in Banks

    While a Pashtun family in Nangarhar has been forced to sell their two young daughters due to extreme poverty, the Taliban governor of Bamiyan is planning to invest 30 million Afghanis in a private bank. This stark contrast highlights the deep divide between Taliban leaders and the impoverished people of Afghanistan.

    Friday, 7 March , 2025
  • Widespread Violation of Women’s Rights in Afghanistan; United Nations Calls for International Prosecution of the Taliban

    Volker Turk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, described the systematic discrimination by the Taliban against Afghan women and girls as unprecedented globally during the 58th session of the Human Rights Council. He stated that Afghanistan is the only country where gender-based discrimination is enforced with the support of the Taliban government. These […]

    Friday, 7 March , 2025
  • Deportation of Afghan Refugees from Switzerland; Human Rights Violation or Justice?

    The Swiss Immigration Department has announced that 20 Afghan citizens convicted of crimes will be returned to Afghanistan in the coming months…

    Wednesday, 5 March , 2025
  • Human Rights Organizations Demand Halt to Forced Deportation of Afghan Migrants from Pakistan

    A number of human rights organizations and refugee advocates have issued an open letter requesting the government of Pakistan to stop the forced deportation of Afghan migrants. These organizations emphasized that this action is in violation of international laws and Pakistan’s commitments towards refugees.

    Sunday, 2 March , 2025
  • European Union: We Will Continue to Support the People of Afghanistan

    The European Union has stated that it will continue to support the people of Afghanistan in various sectors, including education, health, economic development, and the private sector. This position comes after the visit of several senior EU officials to Kabul.

    Sunday, 2 March , 2025
  • Pakistan Expels Afghan Refugees from Islamabad and Rawalpindi

    The Pakistani government has ordered Afghan refugees with valid residency documents to leave Islamabad and Rawalpindi by February 28 and move to Peshawar. Meanwhile, those without legal documents will be deported to Afghanistan via Torkham.

    Friday, 28 February , 2025
  • Former U.S. Ambassador: The International Community Should Not Recognize the Taliban

    Ryan Crocker, former U.S. ambassador to Afghanistan, has urged the international community to support resistance forces against the Taliban and refrain from granting them recognition. He emphasized that the Taliban continue to support terrorist groups, and legitimizing them would only strengthen their oppressive rule.

    Tuesday, 25 February , 2025
  • Gulbuddin Hekmatyar: The Taliban Are Incapable of Governing the Country

    Gulbuddin Hekmatyar, leader of the Hezb-e-Islami Afghanistan, has expressed concern about the current situation under Taliban rule, calling it a threat to the future of Afghanistan. He emphasized that daily attacks, increasing migration, and the Taliban’s inability to manage the country have created major challenges.

    Monday, 24 February , 2025
  • World Bank Report: Afghanistan’s Economic Recovery is Slow and Challenging

    The World Bank has stated in its latest report that Afghanistan’s economic recovery is facing multiple and continuous challenges, progressing slowly and uncertainly.

    Tuesday, 18 February , 2025
  • Reports of Forced Marriages and Abuse in Taliban Prisons

    Recent reports indicate that the arrest of Afghan women by Taliban forces has increased due to various reasons, including not having a male guardian, attempting to gain an education, and other baseless accusations.

    Sunday, 16 February , 2025
  • Rising Tensions Between Kabul and Islamabad: Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan at the Center of Disputes

    The spokesperson for Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that the main cause of tensions between Islamabad and Kabul is the presence of safe havens for Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Afghanistan.

    Saturday, 15 February , 2025