Exclusive: Dismissed Taliban official reappointed in Health Ministry
Sources say Abdul Hakim Himmat, previously removed over misconduct, has returned to a key vaccination role amid concerns over a failed measles campaign....
Taliban flog six in Jawzjan, including on charges of ‘insulting’ their officials
Punishments under a newly enacted penal code draw renewed criticism from rights groups and legal analysts....
In Kabul, some women turn to begging amid Taliban restrictions
Women who once worked say bans on employment have left them facing poverty, harassment and violence....
Germany rejects Taliban’s pick for Afghanistan’s embassy in Berlin
Berlin said it had not been notified of any staffing changes after reports the Taliban replaced the current envoy without consultation....
Sources: US warnings change into serious concern in Taliban leader’s office
The development follows a renewed warning from a senior US official calling for the immediate release of four American detainees....
Unemployment deepens in Zabul as youth struggle for work
Several residents said they spend days searching for work but are unable to find even low-paying jobs despite repeated efforts....
Mass burial held in Kabul for victims of reported Pakistan strike
Families of the victims condemned the strikes and called on the United Nations to take action to prevent further attacks on civilians....
Updated UN sanctions list includes 22 Taliban officials, including 14 cabinet members
Those listed include Taliban Chief Minister Mohammad Hassan Akhund and his deputies Abdul Ghani Baradar and Abdul Salam Hanafi....