Amnesty International condemns Taliban’s public flogging as ‘shocking’
In a statement on X, the watchdog asserted that the Taliban's actions violate the absolute prohibition of torture and other ill-treatment under international la...
Watchdogs: Women’s rights non-negotiable at Doha meeting on Afghanistan
The letter highlighted that many Afghan women in civil society have called for a boycott of negotiations with the Taliban until women's rights are fully restore...
Taliban urges Germany not to deport Afghan refugees to third countries
This statement comes in response to German officials' plans to deport Afghans deemed "offenders."...
Russia, China wrangle with US over UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire plan
Biden laid out a three-phase ceasefire plan for the Gaza Strip a week ago that he described as an Israeli initiative....
Afghanistan, Qatar play to scoreless draw in World Cup Qualifier
In a second-round qualifier for the 2026 World Cup and the Asian Cup, the national football teams of Afghanistan and Qatar ended their match in a 0-0 draw. The ...
Taliban says Tamadon TV will be shut down over links to political party
Taliban said Thursday that the Tamadon TV operations will be halted over its affiliation with a political party and the use of allegedly seized government land....
UN approves travel ban exemptions for Taliban leaders to perform hajj
The decision, announced on June 5, enables these individuals, who are otherwise subject to international travel bans, to undertake the pilgrimage....
UNHCR projects majority of refugees to originate from Afghanistan, Myanmar by 2025
The report highlights ongoing instability and deteriorating human rights conditions in Afghanistan, which continue to impact the most vulnerable populations....