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UNICEF: Nine Children Killed or Maimed in Afghanistan Every day
An average of nine children have been killed or maimed every day in Afghanistan so far this year, UNICEF which describes the country as “the world’s most lethal warzone”.
Wednesday, 18 December , 2019 -
Explosives Killed 10 and Wounded 18 others in Afghanistan
A roadside bombing in eastern Afghanistan killed at least 10, while explosives attached to a bicycle detonated near a police vehicle in a northern province, wounding at least 18 people.
Wednesday, 18 December , 2019 -
Widespread Corruption in Afghanistan Hinders International Community’s Assistance
The US ambassador to Kabul on Sunday said the international community’s assistance to Afghanistan will not continue unless there are serious measures taken against corruption.
Monday, 16 December , 2019 -
The War on Drugs in Afghanistan ‘has just been a Total Failure’
The US-led war in Afghanistan turned 18 in October, but almost two decades of fighting and rebuilding appear to have yielded little progress.
Monday, 9 December , 2019 -
Why Virginity Tests are Making News in The US and Afghanistan
Virginity tests are making headlines in the United States. In November, the rapper T.I. drew a firestorm of criticism after he said during a podcast interview that he requires his 18-year-old daughter to undergo an annual virginity test with her gynecologist.
Monday, 9 December , 2019 -
US Peace Envoy to Afghanistan Opens First Round of Resurrected Talks with Taliban
U.S. peace envoy Zalmay Khalilzad on Saturday held the first official talks with Afghanistan’s Taliban since President Donald Trump declared a near-certain peace deal with the insurgents dead in September.
Monday, 9 December , 2019 -
2019 Survey of the Afghan People Reveals Concerns on Peace Deal
Asia Foundation perception poll of 17,812 Afghans includes new questions on peace, elections, and reconciliation.
Tuesday, 3 December , 2019 -
U.S. troop drawdowns in Afghanistan ‘not necessarily’ tied to Taliban deal
U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper said on Monday that any future troop drawdowns in Afghanistan were “not necessarily” linked to a deal with Taliban insurgents, suggesting some lowering of force levels may happen irrespective of the ongoing peace push.
Tuesday, 3 December , 2019 -
Afghanistan Woman Breaks Ground with Kabul Recycling Plant
After decades of conflict across Afghanistan, recycling is not at the top of most people’s agendas. But now, one Kabul woman is declaring war on the Afghan capital’s trash.
Wednesday, 27 November , 2019 -
Islamic State Staggers in Afghanistan, but Survives
One of the Islamic State’s most feared affiliates has suffered a significant setback, though U.S. officials caution reports that the terror group was “obliterated” are overblown.
Monday, 25 November , 2019 -
One Killed, Five Hurt in Afghanistan Blast Targeting UN Personnel
One person was killed and five others injured during an attack on a United Nations vehicle in Kabul, Afghanistan on Sunday, Afghan Interior Ministry spokesman Nasrat Rahimi told CNN.
Monday, 25 November , 2019 -
U.S. Says It Supports India’s Continued Involvement In Afghanistan
The United States says it supports India’s continued involvement in Afghanistan, including its “substantial” investment and aid to the war-ravaged country.
Sunday, 24 November , 2019 -
Prolonged Patience: Elections in Afghanistan
The results are still being debated and turnout was low. But Afghanistan’s democracy remains the lone source of hope for the country.
Saturday, 16 November , 2019 -
Afghanistan to Release Taliban Prisoners in swap for one US and one Australian Hostages
The Afghan government has agreed to release three Taliban leaders. A swap for one US and one Australian hostage being held by insurgents.
Tuesday, 12 November , 2019 -
Abdullah to Boycott Recount Process in Afghanistan Election
Abdullah Abdullah dismissed recount of part of presidential election, saying it would not take part in the process.
Saturday, 9 November , 2019 -
HRW: CIA-backed Afghan Troops Guilty of ‘War Crimes’
With aid and training from the CIA, Afghan paramilitary forces have carried out a spree of war crimes and other “grave” abuses against civilians – including torture and executions – an investigation by Human Rights Watch found.
Sunday, 3 November , 2019 -
CIA-linked Unit Accused of Atrocities in Afghanistan
Document details 14 deadly raids by pro-government units with support of US intelligence.
Saturday, 2 November , 2019 -
New US-Taliban Peace Talks to be Held in China
Sources say a number of representatives of political parties, a delegation from Afghanistan government and representatives of the Taliban group have been invited for Beijing peace meeting.
Monday, 28 October , 2019 -
US Pulls Troops out of Syria and Afghanistan, but the Tonnage of Airdropped Supplies is Spiking
Despite a drawdown of troops, the U.S.-led coalition to defeat ISIS in Iraq and Syria dropped more tons of supplies in 2019 than during the large scale operations to liberate Mosul, Iraq and Raqqa, Syria.
Saturday, 26 October , 2019 -
UN: Afghanistan 4,300 Civilian Casualties in three Months
A record 4,313 civilians were injured or killed in Afghanistan’s war against the Islamist Taliban between July and September, the United Nations said on Thursday.
Sunday, 20 October , 2019
