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Afghanistan’s Border Areas; A New Haven for ISIS with Pakistan’s Support
The increasing presence of ISIS fighters in Afghanistan’s border areas, along with financial and logistical support from Pakistan, has heightened concerns about potentially severe attacks against the Taliban in the upcoming spring. Limited local cooperation and restricted intelligence access have made it difficult for the Taliban to identify and counter ISIS threats.
Saturday, 8 February , 2025 -
Moscow-Taliban Security Talks: Russia Demands Handover of ISIS Fighters
A Russian official, in a meeting with Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s Interior Minister, requested the handover of eight Russian nationals affiliated with ISIS who are currently imprisoned by the Taliban. Additionally, Russia has asked the Taliban for detailed information regarding the Doha negotiations, ISIS attacks in Moscow, and CIA activities in Afghanistan.
Sunday, 2 February , 2025 -
The Assassination of Taliban’s Minister of Refugees: Internal Conflicts or ISIS Infiltration?
The assassin of Khalil-ur-Rahman Haqqani, a prominent Taliban member, was a Pashtun recruited by ISIS. This assassination stemmed from internal conflicts within the Taliban and discriminatory practices in the Ministry of Interior.
Wednesday, 1 January , 2025 -
Qane: ISIS Has Roots in Pakistan and Tajikistan
The Taliban’s Ministry of Interior spokesman has stated that recent attacks in the region indicate that individuals from Pakistan and Tajikistan have carried out attacks under the banner of ISIS.
Monday, 11 November , 2024 -
Amnesty International Urges Action to Protect Hazaras Following ISIS Attack
Amnesty International has condemned the recent ISIS attack on Hazara Shiites at the Daikundi and Ghor border, calling it a cruel act.
Monday, 4 November , 2024 -
14 ISIS Members Reportedly Enter Kandahar from Pakistan
Several Afghan media outlets have published a report indicating that 14 members of the ISIS terrorist group have entered Kandahar from Pakistan’s Baluchistan province.
Sunday, 3 November , 2024 -
Are ISIS Fighters Battling Alongside Ukrainians?
An English newspaper has published a video of the Ukrainian Army’s 241st Brigade, showing the ISIS logo on the soldiers’ uniforms.
Tuesday, 30 July , 2024 -
Motaghi: Taliban Triumphs Over ISIS in Successful Campaign
Zia Ahmad Takal, Deputy Spokesman of the Taliban’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, announced on platform X that Amir Khan Motaghi, the Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with an Indonesian delegation led by Mohammad Youssef Kala, the former Vice President and head of the Red Crescent and Council of Mosques.
Friday, 26 July , 2024 -
Russia: The US and UK created ISIS Branch in Afghanistan
The Russian special representative for Afghanistan said that the ISIS-Khorasan branch was established in Northern Afghanistan by American and British forces.
Saturday, 13 July , 2024 -
Taliban Asserts Control Over ISIS, Dismisses Threats to Diplomatic Missions
In a statement addressing concerns over security threats to diplomatic missions in Afghanistan, Zabihullah Mujahid, a spokesman for the Taliban, dismissed claims reported by the New York Times regarding ISIS’s purported plans to attack the embassies of China, India, and Iran.
Saturday, 6 July , 2024 -
ISIS Infiltration from Pakistan into Afghanistan
The Taliban’s Ministry of Defense categorically denied allegations from the Pakistan Army regarding the harboring and support of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) within Afghanistan, labeling these claims as irresponsible and unfounded.
Friday, 24 May , 2024 -
UN Reports ISIS Attempts to Acquire US Weapons in Afghanistan
The United Nations has revealed that ISIS is actively seeking to acquire leftover United States military equipment in Afghanistan.
Wednesday, 13 March , 2024 -
ISIS Beheaded Two Individuals in Kunar for Alleged Taliban Espionage
Reports from local sources in Kunar have indicated that ISIS militants within the province have carried out the beheading of two individuals, accusing them of spying on behalf of the Taliban.
Wednesday, 7 February , 2024 -
Taliban: ISIS Poses Common Threat to Iran and Afghanistan
The political deputy of the Taliban Prime Minister recently held discussions with Iran’s ambassador and special representative for Afghanistan.
Saturday, 20 January , 2024 -
Deployment of Surveillance Cameras to Monitor ISIS Activities in Afghanistan
As per a report from Hindi News 18, citing undisclosed sources, it has been revealed that the Chinese telecommunications giant Huawei has entered into a collaborative arrangement with the Haqqani network to establish a comprehensive network of closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras across the entirety of Afghanistan.
Saturday, 9 September , 2023 -
Foreign Intelligence Organizations Allegedly Backing ISIS
Qari Fasihuddin Fitrah, the commander of the Taliban’s armed forces, has made statements regarding the support provided by foreign intelligence organizations to facilitate ISIS-led attacks and hostilities within Afghanistan.
Wednesday, 6 September , 2023 -
Taliban Dismisses Western Exaggeration of ISIS Role in Afghanistan
Responding to the recent Security Council meeting on ISIS expansion in Afghanistan, Zabihullah Mujahid, spokesperson for the Taliban, has asserted that ISIS has been effectively suppressed in Afghanistan.
Monday, 28 August , 2023 -
United Nations: NATO weapons in Afghanistan provided to ISIS
In the 17th report released by the Secretary General of the United Nations addressing the ongoing threat posed by ISIS to international peace and security, member states have expressed apprehension regarding the proliferation of weaponry across Afghanistan, the Middle East, and Africa. Of particular concern is the potential access of ISIS to these arms.
Sunday, 20 August , 2023 -
The former leader of ISIS Khorasan: ISIS is an American project
The former leader of ISIS in Afghanistan said on his Twitter account that ISIS is an American project aimed at destroying the Taliban.
Tuesday, 15 August , 2023 -
Taliban warning about the imminent attack of ISIS
ISIS terrorist group is planning to attack officials and commanders who are returning from the Hajj ceremony; the Ministry of Interior of the Taliban has warned its police commanders.
Tuesday, 18 July , 2023
