Taliban official defends dress code enforcement in Herat
The comments came as Taliban denied reports that women had been detained over alleged violations of their hijab rules....
At least 20 killed in traffic accidents across Afghanistan over past week
The victims included 11 children and five women, according to incidents confirmed by Taliban....
Sources: Gunfire heard near Kabul airport overnight
The incident follows similar reports of gunfire in recent nights in Kabul's 9th and 10th police districts....
Sources: Security concerns dominated Taliban governors’ meeting in Kandahar
Officials reportedly voiced concerns over rising opposition activity, unrest in the north and drug trafficking....
Taliban detain 21 women in Herat over dress code
The arrests come as Taliban warned that women deemed not to be complying with their interpretation of Islamic dress requirements could face detention....
At least 17 people drowned in Panjshir River over past year
Most of the victims were domestic tourists who entered the river during the summer season, Taliban officials said....
Taliban seek wider diplomatic access in Europe, report says
According to the report, the Taliban are offering cooperation on migrant returns in exchange for greater diplomatic representation in European countries....
Russian envoy says UNAMA mandate will be extended, but questions remain
Moscow’s special envoy for Afghanistan says the UN mission is expected to continue operating, though its role is under review....